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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 2,503–2,520 of 11,868 pre-war buildings in Brooklyn.

521 East 88 Street

521 East 88 Street

Canarsie

No evictions
57 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
178 Rockaway Parkway
Rent-stabilized

178 Rockaway Parkway

Brownsville

7 evictions
22 open violations
17 litigation cases
Bedbug history
1553 East 14 Street

1553 East 14 Street

Midwood

No evictions
14 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
242 Lefferts Avenue

242 Lefferts Avenue

Prospect Lefferts Gardens

No evictions
No open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
1659 President Street

1659 President Street

Weeksville

No evictions
31 open violations
4 litigation cases
No bedbug history
1936 50 Street

1936 50 Street

Mapleton

No evictions
16 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1362 Jefferson Avenue
Rent-stabilized

1362 Jefferson Avenue

Bushwick

1 eviction
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
344 Rodney Street
Rent-stabilized

344 Rodney Street

Williamsburg

No evictions
44 open violations
4 litigation cases
No bedbug history
1484 Herkimer Street

1484 Herkimer Street

Ocean Hill

No evictions
22 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
715 55 Street
Rent-stabilized

715 55 Street

Sunset Park

No evictions
123 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
1438 Dekalb Avenue
Rent-stabilized

1438 Dekalb Avenue

Bushwick

No evictions
30 open violations
8 litigation cases
No bedbug history
63 Hart Street

63 Hart Street

Bedford-Stuyvesant

No evictions
No open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
251 Stanhope Street
Rent-stabilized

251 Stanhope Street

Bushwick

No evictions
11 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
180 Knickerbocker Avenue

180 Knickerbocker Avenue

Bushwick

No evictions
11 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
9713 Shore Road
Rent-stabilized

9713 Shore Road

Bay Ridge

1 eviction
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
168 35 Street

168 35 Street

Greenwood

No evictions
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1221 70 Street
Rent-stabilized

1221 70 Street

Dyker Heights

No evictions
19 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
904 Bay Ridge Avenue

904 Bay Ridge Avenue

Dyker Heights

1 eviction
No 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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