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Preview55 8 Avenue
Brooklyn · built 1886
This building at 55 8 Avenue stands as a testament to the late 19th-century development of brownstone Brooklyn, a period when neighborhoods like Park Slope and Boerum Hill rapidly filled with new construction. City property records indicate the structure was built in 1886, placing it firmly within this era of growth and architectural expansion.
Today, city records describe 55 8 Avenue as a mixed residential and commercial building. It currently contains two residential units, reflecting a common pattern of urban living that often blends commercial storefronts with private residences above. The property is located on block 1064, lot 7, within a vibrant and historic part of Brooklyn.
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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