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

“Pre-war” refers to buildings built before 1947. Use this to compare building age and common maintenance patterns that can come with older construction.

How does the “B49-bus” filter work?

It limits results to buildings in Brooklyn that are near the B49 bus route so your commute stays focused on that corridor while you compare eligible pre-war buildings.

How is Openigloo information used for these building pages?

Openigloo combines review signals and tenant Q&A with open-data indicators where available, so you can evaluate day-to-day concerns beyond just asking rent and photos.

Are building counts like 12,450+ a guarantee that every unit is available now?

No. The 12,450+ reflects buildings currently in the filter scope. Availability changes by unit, timing, and lease status.

What should I ask about before signing a lease in a pre-war building?

Ask about heat and hot water performance, recent capital improvements (elevator, roof, facade), repair response times, and any known recurring issues documented by tenants.

Does “near the B49 bus” mean the building is on the route?

Not necessarily. The filter is meant to keep you close to the B49 corridor. If being directly on-route matters to you, confirm the exact walking distance and typical noise at your touring time.

Are there any reasons these buildings might still not fit my needs?

Yes. Even within the same filter pair, buildings can differ on elevator access, laundry, package rules, noise levels, and maintenance history. Use the building page details and tenant Q&A, then verify with the building directly.

Pre-war buildings near the B49 bus in Brooklyn

This page focuses on pre-war buildings in Brooklyn near the B49 bus (B49-bus) with eligibility for this filter pair. There are 12,450+ buildings currently in scope, so you can compare options by building age and location instead of scrolling through everything. Openigloo helps you narrow down faster with building pages that combine user-reported experience, review signals, and open-data indicators. You can also use tenant Q&A to spot practical issues early and confirm what matters for your lease decision.

Showing 1,909–1,926 of 12,450 pre-war buildings near the B49 bus in Brooklyn.

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262 St James Place

Clinton Hill

Pre-war buildings near the B49 bus in Brooklyn

Pre-war buildings near the B49 bus in Brooklyn

262 St James Place

388 Monroe Street

358 Prospect Place

876 East 15 Street

158 Linden Boulevard

650 Hawthorne Street

255 Linden Boulevard

278 Quincy Street

100 Fenimore Street

343 Franklin Avenue

88 Brooklyn Avenue

1794 Nostrand Avenue

974 Carroll Street

397 Grand Avenue

737 Washington Avenue

249 Midwood Street

2133 Beverley Road

911 Cortelyou Road

Pre-war buildings near the B49 bus in trending Brooklyn neighborhoods

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