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Preview59 Hudson Avenue
Brooklyn · built 1852
This property at 59 Hudson Avenue stands in Brooklyn's historic Brooklyn Heights / Downtown Brooklyn area, a neighborhood renowned as one of the borough's oldest residential districts with views overlooking the harbor. City property records date its construction to 1852.
The building is described in city records as mixed residential and commercial, with three residential units on the lot. Its location is identified on the tax map as block 34, lot 1. This address offers a connection to the rich history and enduring character of its vibrant surroundings.
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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