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Preview242 Henry Street
Brooklyn · built 1848
This multifamily walk-up at 242 Henry Street is located in Brooklyn Heights / Downtown Brooklyn, one of the borough's oldest residential districts, known for its historic charm and harbor views. City property records date the building's construction to 1848.
The property is identified as block 262, lot 7502 on the tax map and contains five residential units. Its origins in the mid-19th century connect it to a significant period of development in this desirable Brooklyn neighborhood.
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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