What does “5-train + best-cleanliness” mean on this page?

It’s a combined filter: buildings near the 5 train plus buildings that Openigloo’s cleanliness signals indicate are performing well based on available tenant feedback and building-level indicators.

How many buildings match this filter right now?

There are 278+ buildings in Brooklyn that match the 5-train and best-cleanliness criteria on Openigloo (as of 2026-07-07).

Is cleanliness rating the same as “no issues ever”?

No. Cleanliness signals summarize patterns, but individual apartments can differ. Use reviews plus building Q&A to understand what residents reported, when they reported it, and whether responses were consistent.

What should I ask the building manager during a tour?

Ask about cleaning schedules for common areas, how often laundry rooms/elevators are serviced, pest-prevention timing, and what happens when residents report recurring concerns.

Does “near the 5 train” mean every apartment is equally convenient?

Not always. The map-based proximity can vary by block and stair/walk routes. Confirm the specific stop you’ll use most and the walking time during typical hours.

How reliable are cleanliness signals compared with what I’ll experience?

They’re useful for spotting patterns, but they can’t guarantee the current condition of every unit. Treat them as a starting point and verify during your visit and with recent resident questions.

Which neighborhoods are trending in this scope?

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

Buildings highly rated for cleanliness near the 5 train in Brooklyn

This page highlights buildings with strong cleanliness signals near the 5 train across Brooklyn—278+ buildings currently match. The filters combine location (5 train) with “best-cleanliness” so you can focus your search on how residents describe day-to-day upkeep. Openigloo helps you compare options using building-level signals, tenant-reported details, and open-data context that can flag patterns beyond a single unit. Use the reviews and Q&A to ask the right questions about cleaning routines, pest control, and common areas before you sign a lease.

Showing 271–278 of 278 buildings highly rated for cleanliness near the 5 train in Brooklyn.

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

993 President Street

4.4(3)

Crown Heights

No evictions

12 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

47 5 Avenue

Park Slope

374 State Street

Boerum Hill

1760 Nostrand Avenue

3.2(3)

Flatbush

No evictions

No open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

806 St Johns Place

Crown Heights

748 Franklin Avenue

4.7(3)

Crown Heights

No evictions

1 open violation

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Good cause

911 Nostrand Avenue

Crown Heights

163 Eastern Parkway

Prospect Heights

What to check before for buildings highly rated for cleanliness near the 5 train in Brooklyn

Start with the cleanliness rating, then confirm what’s covered: common areas (hallways, elevators, laundry rooms) versus inside-the-unit maintenance.
If you’re narrowing by commute, verify the actual stop(s) and walking time from the building to your usual 5 train line direction.
Check recent Q&A and review timestamps for how issues were handled (turnaround time, follow-through) rather than only whether a problem was mentioned.
When scheduling a viewing, ask about current pest prevention and cleaning practices for move-ins/turnovers and for shared spaces.
Pay attention to building rules that affect upkeep (laundry access, package handling, move-in procedures), since these often shape cleanliness outcomes.

Buildings highly rated for cleanliness near the 5 train in trending Brooklyn neighborhoods

Crown Heights

96 buildings

Flatbush

42 buildings

Prospect Lefferts Gardens

31 buildings

Downtown Brooklyn

29 buildings

Brooklyn Heights

16 buildings

Prospect Heights

15 buildings

Park Slope

10 buildings

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Buildings with low open violation rates near the 5 train in Brooklyn

2,255 buildings

Buildings with high tenant retention near the 5 train in Brooklyn

655 buildings

Buildings with low rent increases near the 5 train in Brooklyn

633 buildings

Buildings highly rated for trash management near the 5 train in Brooklyn

299 buildings

Buildings highly rated for water pressure near the 5 train in Brooklyn

290 buildings

Buildings highly rated for heat near the 5 train in Brooklyn

289 buildings

Buildings highly rated for pest control near the 5 train in Brooklyn

265 buildings

Buildings highly rated for owner responsiveness near the 5 train in Brooklyn

253 buildings

Buildings recommended by renters near the 5 train in Brooklyn

239 buildings

Buildings that accept digital rent payments near the 5 train in Brooklyn

174 buildings

Buildings with low historical violations near the 5 train in Brooklyn

171 buildings

Buildings with heat and hot water included near the 5 train in Brooklyn

125 buildings

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Buildings without bedbugs in Brooklyn

78,239 buildings

Buildings without rodents in Brooklyn

73,707 buildings

Buildings with low eviction rates in Brooklyn

63,554 buildings

Buildings with low litigation rates in Brooklyn

55,057 buildings

Buildings with low open violation rates in Brooklyn

16,960 buildings

Buildings with high tenant retention in Brooklyn

3,591 buildings

Buildings highly rated for cleanliness near the 5 train in other NYC boroughs

Manhattan

537 buildings

Bronx

22 buildings

Buildings highly rated for cleanliness near the 5 train in Brooklyn