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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 4,483–4,500 of 11,868 pre-war buildings in Brooklyn.

473 Park Place
Rent-stabilized

473 Park Place

4.6(4)

Crown Heights

No evictions
No open violations
14 litigation cases
No bedbug history
130 Bay Ridge Parkway

130 Bay Ridge Parkway

3.0(4)

Bay Ridge

3 evictions
63 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
57 Herkimer Street
Rent-stabilized

57 Herkimer Street

3.8(4)

Bedford-Stuyvesant

8 evictions
10 open violations
4 litigation cases
No bedbug history
335 Lefferts Avenue

335 Lefferts Avenue

2.3(4)

Prospect Lefferts Gardens

4 evictions
104 open violations
11 litigation cases
No bedbug history
1115 Union Street
Rent-stabilized

1115 Union Street

3.1(4)

Crown Heights

No evictions
22 open violations
6 litigation cases
No bedbug history
673 Halsey Street

673 Halsey Street

2.9(4)

Stuyvesant Heights

1 eviction
1 open violation
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
202 Scholes Street

202 Scholes Street

3.2(4)

Williamsburg

No evictions
9 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
239 Ocean Avenue
Rent-stabilized

239 Ocean Avenue

2.9(4)

Prospect Lefferts Gardens

No evictions
86 open violations
9 litigation cases
No bedbug history
2100 Westbury Court
Rent-stabilized

2100 Westbury Court

2.9(4)

Prospect Lefferts Gardens

9 evictions
114 open violations
31 litigation cases
No bedbug history
179 Knickerbocker Avenue

179 Knickerbocker Avenue

2.7(4)

Bushwick

No evictions
No open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
4512 3 Avenue

4512 3 Avenue

3.2(4)

Sunset Park

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1345 Bushwick Avenue

1345 Bushwick Avenue

3.5(4)

Bushwick

No evictions
2 open violations
6 litigation cases
No bedbug history
625 Caton Avenue

625 Caton Avenue

3.4(4)

Windsor Terrace

No evictions
12 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
75 Clinton Street
Rent-stabilized

75 Clinton Street

3.8(4)

Brooklyn Heights

2 evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
101 Clinton Street

101 Clinton Street

3.8(4)

Brooklyn Heights

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
75 East 21 Street
Rent-stabilized

75 East 21 Street

2.5(4)

Flatbush

2 evictions
47 open violations
14 litigation cases
No bedbug history
217 South 3 Street
Rent-stabilized

217 South 3 Street

3.8(4)

Williamsburg

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
310 Patchen Avenue

310 Patchen Avenue

2.2(4)

Stuyvesant Heights

No evictions
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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