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Preview138 8 Street
Brooklyn · built 1899
This handsome residence at 138 8 Street stands in the heart of Park Slope, a Brooklyn neighborhood renowned for its historic rowhouses and proximity to Prospect Park. The area developed significantly in the late 1800s, attracting residents with its grand architecture and leafy streets.
City property records date the construction of this building to 1899. Those same records describe it as a one and two family dwelling, a common building class for the era and location.
As the sole residential unit on tax lot 24 in block 1002, this home contributes to the distinctive character of Park Slope, offering a glimpse into the neighborhood's rich architectural 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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