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Preview396 Douglass Street
Brooklyn · built 1899
This two-unit residential property at 396 Douglass Street is nestled within the charming brownstone blocks that characterize Park Slope and Boerum Hill. These blocks largely developed in the late 1800s, contributing to the distinct historic feel of the area.
City property records indicate that this building was constructed in 1899. It is described in these same records as a one and two family home, a common building class for the neighborhood.
Located on block 946, lot 36, this property contributes to the architectural fabric of an iconic Brooklyn neighborhood. Its late 19th-century origins place it firmly within the period of significant growth and development that shaped this part of the borough.
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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