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

It’s a building-age filter for structures built before 1947. Use it as a way to narrow the building type, then confirm on the building page (and with management) what to expect for maintenance, layouts, and building systems.

How does the “2-train” part work here?

It narrows results to buildings in Brooklyn Heights that are near the 2 subway line. Treat it as a convenience filter—always map the route from the exact address you’re considering and factor in time of day.

Does this page include 502+ buildings with available apartments?

The page scope shows 502+ eligible buildings for the “2-train + pre-war” pairing. Apartment availability can vary by unit and by date, so confirm availability on each building’s page.

Are Openigloo ratings and tenant Q&A enough to decide?

They’re a helpful starting point, especially for seeing recurring themes. Still verify key terms with management (fees, repairs, noise, and what’s included in the rent) before you sign.

What fees and lease details should I confirm for a pre-war building?

Ask about move-in costs (deposit and any other one-time fees), what utilities are included, and the process and timing for maintenance requests. Older buildings can have different building practices even when renovated.

Does this filter guarantee anything about building condition?

No. The filters only define the scope (near the 2 train and pre-war age). Condition can vary by building and even by unit, so use the building’s Q&A and ask targeted questions during your tour.

Which neighborhoods are trending right now 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.

Pre-war buildings near the 2 train in Brooklyn Heights

Brooklyn Heights has 502+ eligible pre-war buildings near the 2 train within this Openigloo scope. For renters, this can be a practical way to compare older building stock while staying close to one of the area’s main subway corridors. In Brooklyn Heights, rated buildings have an average building rating of 3.7/5 across 35 rated buildings (building-level trends; individual units can differ)

Find pre-war buildings near the 2 train in Brooklyn Heights—502+ eligible buildings in Openigloo right now. This filter pairing targets older walk-up and townhouse-era stock along the 2 line, so you can compare building signals before you tour. On Openigloo, you can review rated buildings, scan open-data style signals, and read tenant Q&A to spot patterns (like maintenance, noise, or responsiveness). Start with the building page, then confirm the details that matter for you—lease terms, fees, and any current constraints—directly with the management before signing.

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56 Livingston Street

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Pre-war buildings near the 2 train in Brooklyn Heights

Pre-war buildings near the 2 train in Brooklyn Heights

56 Livingston Street

79 Atlantic Avenue

320 Hicks Street

56 Pierrepont Street

162 Montague Street

150 Montague Street

27 Schermerhorn Street

151 State Street

44 Monroe Place

117 Henry Street

1 Monroe Place

165 Hicks Street

150 Willow Street

125 Atlantic Avenue

84 Henry Street

99 State Street

163 Remsen Street

131 Atlantic Avenue

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