Clinton Hill housing stock
Clinton Hill developed in three layers: Italianate row houses from the 1850s–70s, then Romanesque Revival brownstones in the 1880s–90s, then a remarkable concentration of free-standing mansions on Clinton Avenue built between 1880 and 1910 by Brooklyn industrialists, including the Pratt family.
The mansion housing stock is unusual — large detached homes with elaborate stone, brick, and stucco facades, often combining multiple materials in ways that require correspondingly varied restoration approaches. Some are brownstone over brick, some are stucco over brick, some are limestone-trimmed brick.
Common deterioration patterns in Clinton Hill
Clinton Hill issues commonly include:
- Mansion-scale stucco failures — large stuccoed facades with old, often non-permeable coatings that have failed and need full re-systems.
- Mixed-material junction failures where brownstone trim meets brick or stucco — these joints are common water entry points.
- Standard row-house issues — cornice rust, stoop deterioration, lower-facade spalling — across the brownstones off the main avenue.
- Carriage house and rear yard conditions — the larger lots have outbuildings that often need their own work.
Landmark & LPC status
The Clinton Hill Historic District (designated 1981) covers the central spine of the neighborhood, including Clinton Avenue's mansion row. Most visible exterior work requires LPC review. Outside the district boundaries, the rules are looser, but the housing stock often shares the same age and materials.
Excelon projects in Clinton Hill
Below are recent Excelon projects in Clinton Hill. Each is a real address; we are happy to walk you to any of them in person.
How to start
The fastest way is a phone call to Sajin at 631-464-8200. We will set up a time to come to Clinton Hill and look at your building. The walkaround is free, takes 30–60 minutes, and there is no obligation to move forward.
If you prefer to send photos and details first, use the contact form. We typically respond within one business day.