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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 19–36 of 166 pre-war buildings in Brownsville.

109 East 96 Street

109 East 96 Street

Brownsville

No evictions
88 open violations
5 litigation cases
No bedbug history
1502 Pitkin Avenue
Rent-stabilized

1502 Pitkin Avenue

Brownsville

1 eviction
2 open violations
4 litigation cases
No bedbug history
72 East 96 Street

72 East 96 Street

Brownsville

No evictions
3 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
1041 Winthrop Street

1041 Winthrop Street

Brownsville

9 evictions
7 open violations
10 litigation cases
No bedbug history
725 Howard Avenue

725 Howard Avenue

Brownsville

No evictions
31 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
491 East 95 Street

491 East 95 Street

Brownsville

No evictions
30 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
421 East 94 Street

421 East 94 Street

Brownsville

1 eviction
25 open violations
7 litigation cases
No bedbug history
909 Thomas S Boyland Street

909 Thomas S Boyland Street

Brownsville

No evictions
No open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
127 Rockaway Parkway
Rent-stabilized

127 Rockaway Parkway

Brownsville

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
2299 Strauss Street

2299 Strauss Street

Brownsville

No evictions
4 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
71 East 95 Street
Rent-stabilized

71 East 95 Street

Brownsville

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
84 Rockaway Parkway
Rent-stabilized

84 Rockaway Parkway

Brownsville

4 evictions
63 open violations
11 litigation cases
No bedbug history
536 Saratoga Avenue

536 Saratoga Avenue

Brownsville

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
122 Thatford Avenue
Rent-stabilized

122 Thatford Avenue

Brownsville

2 evictions
42 open violations
6 litigation cases
No bedbug history
229 East 96 Street

229 East 96 Street

Brownsville

No evictions
16 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
1076 Rutland Road
Rent-stabilized

1076 Rutland Road

Brownsville

No evictions
9 open violations
5 litigation cases
Bedbug history
537 Herzl Street
Rent-stabilized

537 Herzl Street

Brownsville

1 eviction
42 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
466 Rockaway Parkway
Rent-stabilized

466 Rockaway Parkway

Brownsville

2 evictions
35 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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