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Preview12 Street Johns Place
Brooklyn · built 1899
Nestled on a tree-lined block that bridges the vibrant neighborhoods of Park Slope and Boerum Hill, 12 Saint Johns Place is part of an area known for its late 19th-century development. City property records date the building to 1899, placing its construction at a time when these brownstone Brooklyn blocks were rapidly filling in.
This multi-unit residence, located on tax map block 947, lot 14, is described by city records as a multifamily walk-up. It contains three residential units, a common arrangement for buildings of its type and era.
The property offers a glimpse into the architectural and social fabric of a beloved Brooklyn community, reflecting the growth and character of the borough's historic residential core.
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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