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Preview137 Hoyt Street
Brooklyn · built 1872
This multifamily walk-up at 137 Hoyt Street stands on block 195, lot 2, in a historic part of Brooklyn. City property records date its construction to 1872. It is located in an area known for its charming brownstone blocks, which largely developed in the late 19th century.
The building contains three residential units, a common arrangement for properties in this neighborhood. Its roots stretch back to a period when this part of Brooklyn was rapidly expanding, with new homes filling out the streetscapes of what would become Park Slope and Boerum Hill.
Today, 137 Hoyt Street continues to contribute to the residential character of this vibrant and well-established Brooklyn community.
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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