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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 127–144 of 189 pre-war buildings in Brownsville.

869 Thomas S Boyland Street
Rent-stabilized

869 Thomas S Boyland Street

3.0(1)

Brownsville

No evictions
54 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
653 Watkins Street

653 Watkins Street

1.0(1)

Brownsville

No evictions
35 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
101 Osborn Street
Rent-stabilized

101 Osborn Street

1.8(1)

Brownsville

2 evictions
93 open violations
6 litigation cases
No bedbug history
1119 Lenox Road
Rent-stabilized

1119 Lenox Road

2.0(1)

Brownsville

1 eviction
35 open violations
5 litigation cases
No bedbug history
414 East 94 Street

414 East 94 Street

1.0(1)

Brownsville

7 evictions
5 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
259 Herzl Street
Rent-stabilized

259 Herzl Street

1.0(1)

Brownsville

No evictions
9 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
649 Watkins Street

649 Watkins Street

1.0(1)

Brownsville

No evictions
44 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
158 East 96 Street

158 East 96 Street

1.4(1)

Brownsville

No evictions
23 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
296 East 98 Street

296 East 98 Street

1.6(1)

Brownsville

No evictions
30 open violations
5 litigation cases
No bedbug history
250 East 94 Street

250 East 94 Street

3.9(1)

Brownsville

1 eviction
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
370 Amboy Street

370 Amboy Street

2.5(1)

Brownsville

No evictions
7 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
462 Herzl Street

462 Herzl Street

3.0(1)

Brownsville

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
67 Tapscott Street

67 Tapscott Street

1.0(1)

Brownsville

No evictions
24 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
214 Rockaway Parkway
Rent-stabilized

214 Rockaway Parkway

4.1(1)

Brownsville

9 evictions
23 open violations
27 litigation cases
No bedbug history
196 Rockaway Parkway
Rent-stabilized

196 Rockaway Parkway

2.3(1)

Brownsville

1 eviction
8 open violations
18 litigation cases
No bedbug history
488 Rockaway Parkway
Rent-stabilized

488 Rockaway Parkway

2.6(1)

Brownsville

3 evictions
53 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
306 East 93 Street

306 East 93 Street

3.0(1)

Brownsville

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

514 Rockaway Parkway

2.0(1)

Brownsville

7 evictions
15 open violations
6 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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