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Preview586 Vanderbilt Avenue
Brooklyn · built 1891
This multifamily walk-up at 586 Vanderbilt Avenue is located in Brooklyn's Prospect Heights neighborhood, a historic area known for its rowhouses, conveniently situated near Grand Army Plaza and the Brooklyn Museum. City property records indicate the building was constructed in 1891.
The property, identified as block 1144, lot 56 on the tax map, contains four residential units. Its origins date back to a period of significant development in Prospect Heights, contributing to the neighborhood's enduring architectural character.
This overview was generated from public records, including NYC property data.
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