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

It filters for buildings built before 1947. Use it as a building-age shortcut, then confirm the unit’s current condition and any recent system upgrades with the building.

How does the “near the B train” filter work?

The filter is based on building location relative to the B train service path in Brooklyn. Still, check your exact route (walk time, crossings, and station choice) because “near” can feel different block to block.

Are these buildings guaranteed to have certain amenities or finishes?

No. The filters narrow for building age and transit proximity. Amenities and finishes vary by building and even by unit, so use tenant Q&A and the building’s own disclosures to confirm.

What should I ask about in pre-war buildings before signing?

Ask about heating/hot water performance, maintenance response times, pest history, moisture or ventilation issues, and whether major systems (elevators, plumbing, boilers) have been repaired recently.

Do I need to factor in more than the listed rent?

Yes. Even after you shortlist buildings, confirm the full monthly and upfront costs (broker fee, deposits, and any building move-in fees) and review what’s included in rent (utilities, services, and any required charges).

Where can I see tenant experience for these buildings?

Openigloo aggregates tenant Q&A and building signals so you can compare patterns across buildings. Use it to decide what to ask, then verify details directly with the building for current conditions.

Which neighborhoods are trending in this Brooklyn scope?

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

Pre-war buildings near the B train in Brooklyn

This page covers pre-war buildings near the B train in Brooklyn—5,928+ buildings currently matched to the filter. Use it to focus your search on older buildings, then narrow by what matters for your commute, lease terms, and day-to-day living. Openigloo helps you compare buildings with tenant Q&A and open-data signals, so you can spot common issues and ask targeted questions before you sign a lease. It’s built for renters comparing multiple buildings at once, not for sorting by one-off photos.

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806 President Street

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Pre-war buildings near the B train in Brooklyn

Pre-war buildings near the B train in Brooklyn

806 President Street

209 East 16 Street

427 Dean Street

26 East 18 Street

335 State Street

140 4 Avenue

150 Brighton 15 Street

209 Lincoln Place

433 Rogers Avenue

380 St Johns Place

25 Eastern Pkwy

1947 Ocean Ave

101 Lenox Road

750 Ocean Avenue

125 Sterling Street

240 Flatbush Avenue

176 Johnson Street

401 East 21 Street

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