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Pre-war buildings in Brooklyn

This page provides access to 11,868+ pre-war buildings in Brooklyn, offering a glimpse into the unique architectural history of the borough. Filtered for pre-war characteristics, these buildings often boast classic details and charm that distinguish them from modern constructions. Openigloo supports your search with tenant reviews, open-data signals, and a Q&A feature that connects you with past and current renters. This information can help you make informed choices and understand the experiences of others living in these buildings.

Pre-war buildings in Brooklyn

Showing 1,999–2,016 of 11,868 pre-war buildings in Brooklyn.

9802 Avenue L

9802 Avenue L

Canarsie

No evictions
3 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
20 Bay 14 Street

20 Bay 14 Street

Bath Beach

No evictions
5 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
470 Ovington Avenue

470 Ovington Avenue

Bay Ridge

No evictions
23 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
110 Nostrand Avenue

110 Nostrand Avenue

Bedford-Stuyvesant

No evictions
1 open violation
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
1406 St Marks Avenue

1406 St Marks Avenue

Crown Heights

No evictions
5 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
324 Livingston Street
Rent-stabilized

324 Livingston Street

Downtown Brooklyn

No evictions
3 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
1452 Bushwick Avenue

1452 Bushwick Avenue

Bushwick

1 eviction
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1061 Coney Island Avenue
Rent-stabilized

1061 Coney Island Avenue

Midwood

No evictions
4 open violations
18 litigation cases
No bedbug history
122 Thatford Avenue
Rent-stabilized

122 Thatford Avenue

Brownsville

2 evictions
43 open violations
6 litigation cases
No bedbug history
655 56 Street
Rent-stabilized

655 56 Street

Sunset Park

No evictions
20 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
1606 Prospect Place

1606 Prospect Place

Weeksville

1 eviction
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
240 Autumn Avenue

240 Autumn Avenue

Cypress Hills

No evictions
13 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
1296 East 92 Street

1296 East 92 Street

Canarsie

No evictions
7 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
148 Hendrix Street

148 Hendrix Street

Cypress Hills

No evictions
38 open violations
4 litigation cases
No bedbug history
1527 40 Street

1527 40 Street

Borough Park

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
266 Penn Street

266 Penn Street

Williamsburg

No evictions
10 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
270 20 Street

270 20 Street

Greenwood

No evictions
13 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
108 Weirfield Street

108 Weirfield Street

Bushwick

No evictions
3 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history

What to check before for pre-war buildings in Brooklyn

  • Expect vintage architectural features like hardwood floors and high ceilings.
  • Confirm the building's policies on amenities, maintenance, and tenant responsibilities before signing a lease.
  • Watch out for potential higher heating costs associated with older buildings.
  • Check if the building has a history of maintenance issues or tenant complaints.
  • Verify the lease terms, including the duration and any associated fees.

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