About this property
The Longwood Historic District is a recognized historic district located in the center of the Longwood neighborhood in the South Bronx, New York. It encompasses about three square blocks roughly bounded by Beck Street, Longwood, Leggett, and Prospect Avenues. The district consists of semi-detached rowhouses, most of which have been converted into S.R.O.'s (Single Room Occupancy).
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Federal Designation
The National Register of Historic Places, administered by the National Park Service, is the United States federal government's official list of districts, sites, buildings, structures, and objects deemed worthy of preservation for their historical, architectural, archaeological, engineering, or cultural significance. Listing on the National Register recognizes a property's importance to American history but does not place restrictions on private owners; it does, however, make properties eligible for federal historic preservation tax incentives and enables consideration in federal planning decisions. This property is recorded in the National Register under reference number 83001640. It was listed on September 25, 1983.
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Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).
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Questions about this property
When was Longwood Historic District listed on the National Register?
Longwood Historic District was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on September 25, 1983.
What type of historic resource is Longwood Historic District?
Longwood Historic District is classified as a district in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Longwood Historic District?
The period of significance for Longwood Historic District is recorded as the listed era.
Can I research the history near Longwood Historic District?
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