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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 145–162 of 189 pre-war buildings in Brownsville.

656 Howard Avenue

656 Howard Avenue

2.4(1)

Brownsville

1 eviction
14 open violations
5 litigation cases
No bedbug history
33 Lott Avenue

33 Lott Avenue

3.9(1)

Brownsville

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

151 East 95 Street

4.1(1)

Brownsville

No evictions
6 open violations
5 litigation cases
No bedbug history
1125 Lenox Road

1125 Lenox Road

3.3(1)

Brownsville

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
211 East 92 Street

211 East 92 Street

4.3(1)

Brownsville

No evictions
63 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
159 East 96 Street
Rent-stabilized

159 East 96 Street

1.9(1)

Brownsville

7 evictions
60 open violations
17 litigation cases
No bedbug history
124 Grafton Street

124 Grafton Street

1.5(1)

Brownsville

1 eviction
13 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
1067 Winthrop Street

1067 Winthrop Street

4.8(1)

Brownsville

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
415 Herzl Street

415 Herzl Street

4.6(1)

Brownsville

1 eviction
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
525 Rockaway Parkway
Rent-stabilized

525 Rockaway Parkway

2.5(1)

Brownsville

1 eviction
24 open violations
5 litigation cases
No bedbug history
349 Rockaway Parkway

349 Rockaway Parkway

1.5(1)

Brownsville

1 eviction
204 open violations
4 litigation cases
No bedbug history
17 East 95 Street

17 East 95 Street

4.8(1)

Brownsville

No evictions
6 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
459 East 92 Street
Rent-stabilized

459 East 92 Street

1.8(1)

Brownsville

9 evictions
29 open violations
6 litigation cases
No bedbug history
79 East 94 Street

79 East 94 Street

1.5(1)

Brownsville

No evictions
3 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
351 Rockaway Parkway

351 Rockaway Parkway

1.5(1)

Brownsville

1 eviction
47 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
2185 Strauss Street
Rent-stabilized

2185 Strauss Street

2.5(1)

Brownsville

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
150 East 93 Street

150 East 93 Street

3.5(1)

Brownsville

No evictions
8 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
403 Rockaway Parkway

403 Rockaway Parkway

3.5(1)

Brownsville

No evictions
No open violations
1 litigation case
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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