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Preview196 Flatbush Avenue
Brooklyn · built 1930
This building at 196 Flatbush Avenue stands in a vibrant part of Brooklyn, straddling the historic neighborhoods of Park Slope and Boerum Hill. These blocks are well-known for their late 19th-century development, contributing to the borough's rich architectural tapestry.
City property records date the construction of this particular building to 1930. Records also describe it as a mixed residential and commercial property, featuring one residential unit. Its location on tax map block 931, lot 15 places it within a dynamic urban context, reflecting the evolving character of Flatbush Avenue.
This overview was generated from public records, including NYC property data.
Where it stands
The deed chain
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Residents across the decades
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