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

It groups buildings in Bushwick that match two conditions: they’re in the L-train area and the building is pre-war (built before 1947).

How many buildings are in scope right now?

There are 3,648+ buildings in this page’s live scope as of 2026-07-07.

Is the rating score on Openigloo based on all buildings?

No. The neighborhood stats here reference rated buildings only: 3.2/5 across 362 rated buildings for Bushwick.

What should I confirm with a pre-war building before signing?

Ask about heating and hot-water performance, maintenance history, and what has been updated recently (windows, plumbing, electrical, and common-area conditions).

Does being near the L train guarantee a quiet apartment?

No. Proximity can still mean variable noise and vibration. Confirm with the current resident (if available) and consider a unit tour at different times of day.

How do I use Openigloo to compare options beyond the filters?

Start with the filter match (L-train area + pre-war), then compare the specific building details shown on Openigloo and the answers to renter questions, especially around condition and move-in timing.

Which neighborhoods are trending in this scope?

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 L train in Bushwick

Bushwick is a Brooklyn neighborhood where you’ll find a large inventory of buildings that vary by age and street-level character. This page focuses on pre-war buildings near the L train, using Openigloo’s building-level signals. For context, Bushwick has an average building rating of 3.2/5 across 362 rated buildings (building-level trends; individual units can differ)

Find pre-war buildings near the L train in Bushwick. This scope includes 3,648+ buildings, filtered to match the L-train commute area plus pre-1947 construction. Openigloo helps you narrow faster with building info, rated-building signals (3.2/5 across 362 rated buildings), and practical renter Q&A where available. Use it to compare commute fit, building age, and questions worth asking before you sign a lease.

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1513 Dekalb Avenue

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Pre-war buildings near the L train in Bushwick

Pre-war buildings near the L train in Bushwick

1513 Dekalb Avenue

985 Hart Street

185 St Nicholas Avenue

401 Himrod Street

1492 Putnam Avenue

136 Wyckoff Avenue

257 Bleecker Street

123 1/2 Troutman Street

770 Hart Street

470 Harman Street

845 Hart Street

174 Covert Street

16 Cooper Street

1562 Greene Avenue

186 Stockholm Street

36 Starr Street

131 Eldert Street

221 Knickerbocker Avenue

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