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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 6,355–6,372 of 11,868 pre-war buildings in Brooklyn.

473 St Johns Place
Rent-stabilized

473 St Johns Place

3.8(2)

Crown Heights

No evictions
24 open violations
5 litigation cases
No bedbug history
161 Meserole Street
Rent-stabilized

161 Meserole Street

3.2(2)

Williamsburg

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
172 Lafayette Avenue

172 Lafayette Avenue

3.1(2)

Fort Greene

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
851 Hart Street

851 Hart Street

4.0(2)

Bushwick

No evictions
No open violations
4 litigation cases
No bedbug history
13 St Pauls Place
Rent-stabilized

13 St Pauls Place

3.6(2)

Prospect Park South

1 eviction
9 open violations
5 litigation cases
No bedbug history
75 Steuben Street
Rent-stabilized

75 Steuben Street

3.5(2)

Clinton Hill

No evictions
4 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
183 Hull Street

183 Hull Street

2.8(2)

Ocean Hill

No evictions
8 open violations
5 litigation cases
Bedbug history
45 Ocean Avenue
Rent-stabilized

45 Ocean Avenue

3.9(2)

Prospect Lefferts Gardens

6 evictions
1 open violation
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
566 Dekalb Avenue

566 Dekalb Avenue

4.4(2)

Bedford-Stuyvesant

3 evictions
10 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
129 4 Place

129 4 Place

3.8(2)

Carroll Gardens

No evictions
11 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
112 St Marks Avenue

112 St Marks Avenue

4.6(2)

Prospect Heights

No evictions
3 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
185 Erasmus Street
Rent-stabilized

185 Erasmus Street

2.0(2)

Flatbush

12 evictions
62 open violations
45 litigation cases
No bedbug history
203 Taaffe Place
Rent-stabilized

203 Taaffe Place

3.4(2)

Bedford-Stuyvesant

No evictions
24 open violations
4 litigation cases
No bedbug history
334 Central Avenue

334 Central Avenue

2.8(2)

Bushwick

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
173 Bleecker Street

173 Bleecker Street

3.6(2)

Bushwick

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
479 Prospect Place
Rent-stabilized

479 Prospect Place

3.3(2)

Crown Heights

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
278 82 Street

278 82 Street

1.4(2)

Bay Ridge

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
249 12 Street

249 12 Street

3.1(2)

Park Slope

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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