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Preview540 State Street
Brooklyn · built 1899
This property at 540 State Street sits within the vibrant Brooklyn neighborhoods of Park Slope and Boerum Hill, areas known for their historic residential blocks that largely developed in the late 1800s. City property records indicate the building was constructed in 1899.
Described by city records as a one and two family dwelling, the property currently contains two residential units. It is located on block 180, lot 17, a common configuration for the area's many multi-unit homes.
As part of a neighborhood that saw significant growth around the turn of the 20th century, 540 State Street contributes to the rich architectural and community fabric of brownstone Brooklyn.
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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