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Preview228 Street Johns Place
Brooklyn · built 1884
This property at 228 Saint Johns Place offers a glimpse into Brooklyn's late 19th-century development. Located in the historic Park Slope / Boerum Hill area, a neighborhood known for its brownstone blocks that rapidly filled in during the 1800s, this building is part of a rich architectural tapestry.
City property records date its construction to 1884, placing it firmly within this period of significant growth. Described by city records as a multifamily walk-up, the building currently contains three residential units, reflecting a common housing type for the era. It occupies block 1059, lot 31 on the tax map.
This overview was generated from public records, including NYC property data.
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The deed chain
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