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190 New York Avenue
Last updated on Oct 6, 2023

190 New York Avenue

190 New York Avenue is a historic four-story townhouse in Crown Heights, Brooklyn, designed by Edward P. York and built in the late 19th century. The home features prewar details and has notable connections, including former resident Ethel Waters, and is located near various amenities.

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Overview of 190 New York Avenue

190 New York Avenue is a four-story townhouse in the Saint Mark's District of Crown Heights designed by Edward P. York, best known as architect to Rockefeller. It was built at the end of the nineteenth century and abounds in prewar details like high ceilings, wood-burning fireplaces, original moldings, and hardwood floors. The home was originally built for John Simmons, and Academy Award nominee Ethel Waters later lived there as a tenant and was interviewed there by Edward R. Murrow. It is located on a tree-lined street near Brooklyn Children's Museum, the Nostrand Avenue LIRR and subway stops, and several local restaurants and bars.

Doorman
None
Type
Townhouse
Year Built
1898
Apartments
Floors
3
Neighborhood
Min Down
20%

Amenities

  • Pre War
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  1. 3
at Nostrand Ave and Eastern Pkwy 0.31 miles
  1. 2
  2. 5
at Nostrand Ave 0.44 miles
  1. A
  2. C
at Nostrand Ave and Fulton 0.48 miles

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