What does “4-train + best-heat” mean on this Buildings page?

It’s a combined filter: buildings located near the 4 train plus Openigloo’s “best-heat” signals based on how heat-related conditions show up in the available building data and renter feedback.

Are these buildings guaranteed to have good heat year-round?

No. The “best-heat” filter helps you start with buildings that tend to perform better on the available signals, but you should still ask the building about radiator/thermostat behavior, seasonal timing, and maintenance turnaround for your unit.

How many buildings match this filter in Downtown Brooklyn right now?

There are 29+ buildings shown on this page under the 4-train + best-heat filters (as of 2026-07-07).

What should I confirm before applying or signing for heat?

Ask for the building’s heating policy for your lease term, how repairs are handled in cold weather, whether there are any unit-specific limitations, and how they communicate if there’s a service disruption.

Will the “near the 4 train” part mean an equal commute for every apartment?

Not necessarily. Even within the same neighborhood, the exact location affects walking time and transfer options. Use the building’s map/directions view to verify what “near” means for your routine.

Does Openigloo replace calling the building?

No. Openigloo can help you shortlist and compare, but tenant Q&A and open-data signals should be followed by direct confirmation of heat practices, repair procedures, and any cost details for your specific unit.

Which neighborhoods are trending in this scope?

Bushwick with 12,589+ buildings; Stuyvesant Heights with 7,834+ buildings; Flatbush with 5,564+ buildings; Park Slope with 7,025+ buildings; Clinton Hill with 4,040+ buildings.

Buildings highly rated for heat near the 4 train in Downtown Brooklyn

Downtown Brooklyn is a high-traffic area in Brooklyn where renters typically prioritize transit access and day-to-day building maintenance. This page focuses on buildings that match your multi-filter pair for the 4-train corridor and heat-related performance signals, with 29+ eligible buildings right now. In Downtown Brooklyn, rated buildings average 4.1/5 across 54 rated buildings (building-level trends; individual units can differ)

This page brings together 29+ buildings in Downtown Brooklyn that are highly rated for heat and near the 4 train, using Openigloo’s multi-filter pair: 4-train + best-heat. Use Openigloo to compare buildings side by side with renter-first signals like ratings, building notes, and open-data context. You can also read tenant Q&A to sanity-check what matters day-to-day, then confirm details directly with the building before you sign.

Showing 19–29 of 29 buildings highly rated for heat near the 4 train in Downtown Brooklyn.

306 Gold Street

4.7(7)

Downtown Brooklyn

No evictions

No open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

277 Gold Street

4.0(6)

Downtown Brooklyn

No evictions

No open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

189 Schermerhorn Street

4.8(5)

Downtown Brooklyn

No evictions

No open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

248 Duffield Street

Downtown Brooklyn

22 Chapel Street

4.0(5)

Downtown Brooklyn

No evictions

2 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

99 Fleet Pl

4.4(4)

Downtown Brooklyn

No evictions

No open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

308 Livingston Street

3.8(3)

Downtown Brooklyn

1 eviction

No open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

53 Boerum Place

4.5(3)

Downtown Brooklyn

No evictions

2 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

218 Myrtle Avenue

4.6(3)

Downtown Brooklyn

3 evictions

1 open violation

No litigation history

No bedbug history

176 Johnson Street

4.5(3)

Downtown Brooklyn

1 eviction

11 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

1 City Point

4.8(3)

Downtown Brooklyn

1 eviction

7 open violations

No litigation history

Bedbug history

What to check before choosing a building highly rated for heat near the 4 train in Downtown Brooklyn

Confirm the commute you want: “near the 4 train” can still mean different walking times depending on the exact block.
Ask how the building delivers heat in practice (radiator/thermostat rules, seasonal start dates, and response times) since “best-heat” is based on signals, not a guarantee.
If utilities are included or partially included, get it in writing and verify how billing works for your specific unit.
Check lease terms tied to heating and building maintenance: request the policy on repairs, emergency access, and what happens during outages.
Review any posted fees for move-in/renewal (and get the full monthly cost in writing) so the final budget matches the rent you’re seeing.

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Weeksville

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Prospect Heights

16 buildings

Brooklyn Heights

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Park Slope

13 buildings

Fort Greene

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