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Preview577 Franklin Avenue
Brooklyn · built 1905
This multifamily walk-up at 577 Franklin Avenue is located in Prospect Heights, a charming rowhouse neighborhood near Grand Army Plaza and the Brooklyn Museum. City property records date the building's construction to 1905.
The property occupies block 1199, lot 6, and contains four residential units. Its early 20th-century origins place it within a period of significant development for this part of Brooklyn.
As a multifamily walk-up, 577 Franklin Avenue contributes to the historic residential character of Prospect Heights, a neighborhood known for its tree-lined streets and distinctive architecture.
This overview was generated from public records, including NYC property data.
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