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Preview225 5 Avenue
Brooklyn · built 1920
This Park Slope property at 225 5 Avenue is located in a historic Brooklyn neighborhood known for its late 1800s development alongside Prospect Park. City property records indicate the building was constructed in 1920.
The building is described in city records as a mixed residential and commercial property. It contains three residential units on its lot, which is identified as block 959, lot 11 on the tax map. This structure contributes to the diverse character of 5th Avenue, a vibrant commercial corridor within the residential fabric of Park Slope.
This overview was generated from public records, including NYC property data.
Where it stands
The deed chain
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