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Preview538 Bergen Street
Brooklyn · built 1903
Nestled in the vibrant heart of Brooklyn, 538 Bergen Street stands as a testament to the borough's rich history. This building, located in the dynamic area where Park Slope meets Boerum Hill, is part of the charming brownstone blocks that saw significant development in the late 1800s.
City property records date the construction of 538 Bergen Street to 1903. These same records describe it as a multifamily walk-up, a common building type for the era, and indicate it contains six residential units. This property, identified as block 1143, lot 40 on the tax map, contributes to the distinctive character of this historic Brooklyn 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
See the families who called this address home, census by census, 1880–1950.
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