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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 2,035–2,052 of 11,868 pre-war buildings in Brooklyn.

255 23 Street

255 23 Street

Greenwood

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
264 St James Place

264 St James Place

Clinton Hill

No evictions
2 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
524 Putnam Avenue
Rent-stabilized

524 Putnam Avenue

Stuyvesant Heights

1 eviction
No open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
559 51 Street

559 51 Street

Sunset Park

No evictions
15 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
552 Court Street

552 Court Street

Carroll Gardens

No evictions
8 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
308 Decatur Street

308 Decatur Street

Stuyvesant Heights

No evictions
6 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
2214 Pitkin Avenue

2214 Pitkin Avenue

East New York

No evictions
3 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
1919 82 Street
Rent-stabilized

1919 82 Street

Bensonhurst

No evictions
No open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
312 Jefferson Street
Rent-stabilized

312 Jefferson Street

Bushwick

No evictions
14 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1416 Dekalb Avenue

1416 Dekalb Avenue

Bushwick

No evictions
171 open violations
16 litigation cases
No bedbug history
19 Cox Place
Rent-stabilized

19 Cox Place

Cypress Hills

No evictions
113 open violations
9 litigation cases
No bedbug history
472 East 48 Street
Rent-stabilized

472 East 48 Street

East Flatbush

1 eviction
28 open violations
27 litigation cases
No bedbug history
1269 Decatur Street
Rent-stabilized

1269 Decatur Street

Bushwick

No evictions
22 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
97 Shepherd Avenue

97 Shepherd Avenue

Cypress Hills

1 eviction
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
193 Nostrand Avenue

193 Nostrand Avenue

Bedford-Stuyvesant

1 eviction
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1064 Hart Street

1064 Hart Street

Bushwick

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
34 Tompkins Place

34 Tompkins Place

Cobble Hill

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
445 Lincoln Avenue

445 Lincoln Avenue

City Line

No evictions
12 open violations
No litigation history
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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