Cobble Hill Historic District and Extension

The Cobble Hill Historic District of Brooklyn was designated in 1969 and expanded in 1988. It represents the development of middle-class residential neighborhoods as a result of the establishment of service on South Ferry. The brick and brownstone row houses exhibit the Greek Revival, Italianate and Anglo-Italianate styles. The district is also home to the Home and Tower buildings, two “model tenement” complexes that are significant examples of affordable housing erected in the 19th century. Several churches, including Richard Upjohn’s Christ Episcopal and Minard Lefever’s Strong Place Baptist also contribute to the architectural richness of this district.