Openigloo home

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 189+ 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 189 pre-war buildings in Brownsville.

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

9 evictions
32 open violations
7 litigation cases
No bedbug history
29 Sutter Avenue

29 Sutter Avenue

Brownsville

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

529 East 95 Street

Brownsville

No evictions
3 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
109 East 96 Street

109 East 96 Street

Brownsville

No evictions
89 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
294 East 98 Street

294 East 98 Street

Brownsville

No evictions
12 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
652 Watkins Street

652 Watkins Street

Brownsville

No evictions
6 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
72 East 96 Street

72 East 96 Street

Brownsville

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

1041 Winthrop Street

Brownsville

9 evictions
21 open violations
10 litigation cases
No bedbug history
2284 Strauss Street

2284 Strauss Street

Brownsville

2 evictions
26 open violations
5 litigation cases
No bedbug history
77 Tapscott Street

77 Tapscott Street

Brownsville

No evictions
27 open violations
No litigation history
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
31 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
249 Mother Gaston Boulevard

249 Mother Gaston Boulevard

Brownsville

3 evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
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.

Nearby neighborhoods in Brooklyn

Pre-war buildings in other NYC boroughs

FAQ