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Pre-war buildings in Brownsville

Brownsville is a distinct neighborhood in Brooklyn known for its rich history and diverse community. With 161+ buildings available, this area offers a variety of rental options, particularly in pre-war architecture that adds to its character. The average building rating in Brownsville is 3.8, with a total of 68 rated buildings. This provides a solid overview of tenant experiences in the area, helping you make informed decisions when choosing a place to live. (building-level trends; individual units can differ)

This page focuses on pre-war buildings in the Brownsville neighborhood of Brooklyn, featuring 166+ buildings available for rent. These historic structures offer unique architecture and character that many modern buildings may lack. At Openigloo, we help you navigate the rental market by providing community reviews, open-data signals, and tenant Q&A. This information empowers you to make informed decisions about where to live in Brownsville.

Pre-war buildings in Brownsville

Showing 1–18 of 166 pre-war buildings in Brownsville.

114 East 95 Street

114 East 95 Street

Brownsville

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
152 Tapscott Street
Rent-stabilized

152 Tapscott Street

Brownsville

No evictions
46 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
530 Herzl Street
Rent-stabilized

530 Herzl Street

Brownsville

11 evictions
61 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
898 Rockaway Avenue
Rent-stabilized

898 Rockaway Avenue

Brownsville

1 eviction
7 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
734 Howard Avenue

734 Howard Avenue

Brownsville

1 eviction
28 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
139 Newport Street

139 Newport Street

Brownsville

2 evictions
5 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
93 Legion Street

93 Legion Street

Brownsville

No evictions
4 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
816 Thomas S Boyland Street

816 Thomas S Boyland Street

Brownsville

No evictions
7 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
44 Lott Avenue

44 Lott Avenue

Brownsville

3 evictions
18 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
880 Saratoga Avenue

880 Saratoga Avenue

Brownsville

No evictions
12 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
376 East 96 Street

376 East 96 Street

Brownsville

No evictions
5 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
88 Livonia Avenue

88 Livonia Avenue

Brownsville

1 eviction
27 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
579 Chester Street

579 Chester Street

Brownsville

No evictions
39 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
314 East 92 Street

314 East 92 Street

Brownsville

No evictions
38 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1118 Lenox Road

1118 Lenox Road

Brownsville

No evictions
208 open violations
6 litigation cases
No bedbug history
72 Rockaway Parkway
Rent-stabilized

72 Rockaway Parkway

Brownsville

8 evictions
34 open violations
7 litigation cases
No bedbug history
29 Sutter Avenue

29 Sutter Avenue

Brownsville

3 evictions
6 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
529 East 95 Street

529 East 95 Street

Brownsville

No evictions
17 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history

What to check before for pre-war buildings in Brownsville

  • Expect charming architectural features typical of pre-war buildings, such as high ceilings and original moldings.
  • Confirm any building restrictions regarding pets, renovations, or subletting before signing a lease.
  • Be aware of potential maintenance issues, which may arise due to the age of pre-war buildings.
  • Review the rental terms carefully, including lease length and required deposits. Consider full monthly costs beyond the asking rent.
  • Look out for amenities that may vary across buildings.

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