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Preview250 Dean Street
Brooklyn · built 1854
This property at 250 Dean Street is situated in a vibrant part of Brooklyn, straddling the historic neighborhoods of Park Slope and Boerum Hill. These blocks are well-known for their 19th-century development, and this particular building reflects that era. City property records date its construction to 1854.
Records also describe the building as mixed residential and commercial, containing one residential unit on its lot. This combination of uses was common in the bustling urban landscape of Brooklyn as it grew.
As part of block 196, lot 136, 250 Dean Street contributes to the rich architectural and historical fabric of an area that largely filled in during the late 1800s. Its long history makes it a distinctive part of the neighborhood.
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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