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Preview296 Hicks Street
Brooklyn · built 1879
This property at 296 Hicks Street is located in Brooklyn Heights, one of Brooklyn's most historic residential districts, known for its harbor views and charming streets. City property records date its construction to 1879.
Described by city records as a one and two family building, the lot currently contains two residential units. It occupies block 260, lot 47 on the tax map. This address reflects the enduring residential character of an area that has long been a sought-after Brooklyn neighborhood.
This overview was generated from public records, including NYC property data.
Where it stands
The deed chain
No deeds have surfaced for this address yet. Ownership records often live only at the county recorder — when we find a transfer, the full chain will appear here.
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Residents across the decades
See the families who called this address home, census by census, 1880–1950.
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