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Preview20 Prospect Place
Brooklyn · built 1880
This four-unit walk-up at 20 Prospect Place sits on a tree-lined street that bridges the historic Brooklyn neighborhoods of Park Slope and Boerum Hill. These blocks are known for their late 19th-century residential development, a period when much of the area took on its distinctive character.
City property records date the building to 1880. It is described in city records as a multifamily walk-up, a common building type in these vibrant, historic neighborhoods.
With four residential units on block 938, lot 17, this property contributes to the enduring residential fabric of the area. It stands as a testament to the growth and development of brownstone Brooklyn.
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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