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Preview168 Bergen Street
Brooklyn · built 1861
This property at 168 Bergen Street is nestled in the heart of brownstone Brooklyn, an area known for its historic residential blocks that largely developed in the late 19th century. Located in what is considered both Park Slope and Boerum Hill, it shares the character of these desirable neighborhoods.
City property records indicate that this building was constructed in 1861. It is situated on tax map block 386, lot 23.
Currently, city records describe the building as a one or two family residence, with one residential unit on the lot. This home is part of the enduring fabric of these charming and well-established Brooklyn streets.
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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