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Preview691 Union Street
Brooklyn · built 1920
This building at 691 Union Street, located in Brooklyn's historic Park Slope, stands as a testament to the neighborhood's early 20th century growth. Park Slope developed into a desirable residential area alongside Prospect Park in the late 1800s, characterized by its distinctive rowhouse architecture.
City property records indicate this multifamily walk-up was built in 1920, providing eight residential units on block 952, lot 62. Its construction date places it within a period of continued expansion for the neighborhood, as Brooklyn became an increasingly popular place to live.
This overview was generated from public records, including NYC property data.
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