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Preview1218 Dean Street
Brooklyn · built 1877
This property at 1218 Dean Street is nestled in the heart of Bedford-Stuyvesant, a Brooklyn neighborhood renowned for its impressive collection of historic rowhouses. City property records date the construction of this building to 1877, making it a part of the area's rich architectural tapestry.
Described by city records as a one- or two-family dwelling, this single residential unit sits on block 1213, lot 18. Its long history contributes to the distinctive character of Dean Street and the surrounding blocks, offering a glimpse into Brooklyn's past.
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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