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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 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 91–108 of 189 pre-war buildings in Brownsville.

906 Rockaway Avenue
Rent-stabilized

906 Rockaway Avenue

Brownsville

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
546 Bristol Street

546 Bristol Street

Brownsville

No evictions
34 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
431 East 98 Street

431 East 98 Street

Brownsville

No evictions
No open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
123 Powell Street

123 Powell Street

Brownsville

No evictions
No open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
2019 Union Street
Rent-stabilized

2019 Union Street

2.8(2)

Brownsville

1 eviction
1 open violation
No litigation history
Bedbug history
285 East 91 Street
Rent-stabilized

285 East 91 Street

1.7(2)

Brownsville

1 eviction
13 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
247 East 94 Street

247 East 94 Street

1.6(2)

Brownsville

No evictions
70 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
73 East 96 Street
Rent-stabilized

73 East 96 Street

2.9(2)

Brownsville

10 evictions
31 open violations
7 litigation cases
No bedbug history
482 East 95 Street

482 East 95 Street

2.1(2)

Brownsville

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1004 Lenox Road

1004 Lenox Road

2.2(2)

Brownsville

No evictions
6 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
9502 Kings Highway
Rent-stabilized

9502 Kings Highway

2.9(2)

Brownsville

9 evictions
92 open violations
43 litigation cases
No bedbug history
1092 Willmohr Street
Rent-stabilized

1092 Willmohr Street

1.4(2)

Brownsville

12 evictions
47 open violations
14 litigation cases
No bedbug history
47 Lott Avenue

47 Lott Avenue

1.9(1)

Brownsville

8 evictions
32 open violations
4 litigation cases
No bedbug history
986 Rutland Road

986 Rutland Road

1.6(1)

Brownsville

4 evictions
2 open violations
6 litigation cases
No bedbug history
2268 Strauss Street

2268 Strauss Street

1.0(1)

Brownsville

No evictions
98 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
170 Tapscott Street

170 Tapscott Street

1.4(1)

Brownsville

No evictions
21 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
181 Rockaway Parkway
Rent-stabilized

181 Rockaway Parkway

1.8(1)

Brownsville

8 evictions
55 open violations
24 litigation cases
No bedbug history
69 East 96 Street
Rent-stabilized

69 East 96 Street

1.6(1)

Brownsville

6 evictions
9 open violations
2 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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