1473 Longfellow Avenue
Bronx, NY 10460

"In the heart of this neglected enclave lies a community grappling with neglect, crime, and despair. Dilapidated buildings, their facades marred by time and neglect, line the streets like weary sentinels. Graffiti, a testament to the apathy that pervades, sprawls across crumbling walls, serving as a stark reminder of the urban decay that grips this neighborhood. The air hangs heavy with the scent of decay, mingling with the acrid stench of neglect. Broken windows and boarded-up storefronts speak volumes of the once-thriving businesses that have long since shuttered their doors, leaving behind a void that echoes with the whispers of lost opportunity. Residents, weary and wary, navigate the streets with caution, their eyes darting furtively as they pass by shadowy alleyways where danger lurks like a specter in the night. Crime is a constant companion here, its presence woven into the fabric of daily life, a grim reality that casts a pall over the community. Yet amidst the decay and despair, flickers of resilience can be found. Small pockets of hope spring forth, as neighbors come together to reclaim their streets, one block at a time. Community gardens bloom in defiance of the blight, while grassroots organizations work tirelessly to provide support and resources to those in need. In this bad neighborhood, the struggle is palpable, but so too is the spirit of resilience that refuses to be extinguished. It is a place where hardship and hope collide, where the echoes of the past mingle with the whispers of a future yet to be written."

"it is important for the parent to know how is the area and how are the schools and how far is public transportation "

"the area is low to no income. area has pockets of crime areas. community stores are mom and pop stores. mixed population of people."

"Horrible is too much don’t like it always something too much homeless people sleeping in the train they bus always dirty too much "

"Train and buses are very accessible. 2 train 19, 17 and 21 bus in the neighborhood allow acces to shopping areas"

"Sidewalks are basically every pets bathroom and no one cleans up after them. It’s very nasty and uncomfortable to be around the area ."

"I’ve been living around this neighborhood almost all my life and I also work in this neighborhood. We have 2 & 5 trains here as well as the number 6. "