What does “2 train + pre-war” mean on this page?

It’s a multi-filter pair for Brooklyn buildings that are both near the 2 train corridor and categorized as pre-war (built before 1947).

How many buildings match these filters right now?

Openigloo shows 9,953+ buildings in this Brooklyn scope that match the filters as of 2026-07-07.

Does the pre-war filter mean the building’s systems are updated or renovated?

No. Pre-war only describes construction era. You should still ask directly about updates (heat, plumbing, wiring), recent work, and ongoing maintenance.

What should I verify before submitting an application for a pre-war building?

Ask about maintenance response times, building access rules, laundry and trash processes, and any known recurring issues. Also confirm costs beyond the rent (deposit, broker fee, and any move-in charges).

How can I use Openigloo helpfully when comparing these buildings?

Use the rated building signals and any building Q&A to spot patterns, then confirm the details with the landlord or super—especially for issues that vary by unit.

Do these filters guarantee there’s an apartment available immediately?

Not necessarily. This page is about matching buildings to the filter criteria. If you need current availability, use the “with available apartments” filter within the results.

Which neighborhoods are trending in this Brooklyn scope right now?

Bushwick with 12,589+ buildings, Stuyvesant Heights with 7,834+ buildings, Park Slope with 7,025+ buildings, Flatbush with 5,564+ buildings, and Downtown Brooklyn with 3,920+ buildings.

Pre-war buildings near the 2 train in Brooklyn

Find pre-war buildings near the 2 train in Brooklyn. This Openigloo page narrows to 9,953+ buildings that match the multi-filter pair: 2-train proximity plus buildings built before 1947. Use Openigloo to compare buildings with fewer guesswork steps. You can read what rated buildings signal from past renters, check Openigloo’s open-data records (when available), and scan building Q&A so you know what to ask before signing a lease—especially around layout, maintenance, and any building policies.

Showing 3,691–3,708 of 9,953 pre-war buildings near the 2 train in Brooklyn.

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698 Franklin Avenue

Crown Heights

Pre-war buildings near the 2 train in Brooklyn

Pre-war buildings near the 2 train in Brooklyn

698 Franklin Avenue

465A East New York Avenue

812 Rogers Avenue

64 Greene Avenue

57 St Johns Place

42 Hoyt Street

2531 Church Avenue

269 Martense Street

195 Washington Park

1639 Nostrand Avenue

581 Midwood Street

50 Clark Street

250A Brooklyn Avenue

1271 Brooklyn Avenue

42 South Oxford Street

74 St Marks Avenue

790 Bergen Street

416 St Marks Ave

Pre-war buildings near the 2 train in trending Brooklyn neighborhoods

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