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Preview216 Street Johns Place
Brooklyn · built 1889
This four-unit multifamily walk-up at 216 Saint Johns Place stands on block 1059, lot 27, in a part of Brooklyn known for its late 19th-century development. City property records date its construction to 1889, placing it among the many buildings that shaped the Park Slope and Boerum Hill streetscapes during that period of rapid growth.
The building is located in an area characterized by its historic residential architecture, a common feature of these brownstone Brooklyn blocks. Its presence reflects the neighborhood's evolution as a desirable urban residential district.
As a multifamily dwelling, 216 Saint Johns Place has contributed to the residential fabric of this vibrant Brooklyn community for well over a century. Its history is intertwined with the broader story of the area's development.
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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