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Preview405 Sterling Place
Brooklyn · built 1898
This building at 405 Sterling Place is located in Prospect Heights, a charming Brooklyn neighborhood known for its historic rowhouses, convenient to Grand Army Plaza and the Brooklyn Museum. City property records date the building to 1898.
This four-unit residence is described in city records as a multifamily walk-up, a common building type in this area. It occupies lot 77 of block 1166.
As one of Prospect Heights' many turn-of-the-century buildings, 405 Sterling Place contributes to the enduring character of this vibrant and historic Brooklyn community.
This overview was generated from public records, including NYC property data.
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The deed chain
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