What does “4-train + high-retention” mean on this page?

“4-train” focuses the building set around accessibility to the 4 line in Downtown Brooklyn. “High-retention” is a tenant-stability signal based on available data, so the buildings shown tend to keep tenants longer than average.

How many buildings match this filter right now?

There are 32+ buildings in Downtown Brooklyn that match this 4-train + high-retention filter set as of 2026-07-07.

Does high tenant retention guarantee a building will work for my lease and needs?

No. Retention is a stability signal, not a guarantee about your unit, rent, or policies. Confirm details like renewals, move-in timing, and any building-specific requirements directly with management.

What should I check before applying, even if retention looks strong?

Confirm the unit’s exact rent and utilities, any required fees, deposit amount, and lease/renewal terms. Then use tenant Q&A to look for recurring themes (maintenance speed, communication, and common friction points).

Are these data signals based only on tenant reviews?

Openigloo combines renter-reported input with open-data signals and organizes them into a building view. Still, condition and policies can vary by unit and time, so the building’s direct answers matter.

How do I use the tenant Q&A effectively for a building near the 4 train?

Treat it like a checklist: look for mentions of noise, hallway/building upkeep, package process, and management responsiveness. Also confirm how tenants describe the real commute experience, since “near” can vary.

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 with high tenant retention near the 4 train in Downtown Brooklyn

Downtown Brooklyn is a dense, transit-centric area in Brooklyn. On Openigloo, this page filters for buildings with high tenant retention near the 4 train, helping you narrow to 4-train-focused options. For building quality context, Downtown Brooklyn has an average building rating of 4.1/5 across 54 rated buildings (building-level trends; individual units can differ)

Find buildings with high tenant retention near the 4 train in Downtown Brooklyn. This page narrows the search to 32+ eligible buildings, combining the 4-train proximity signal with a high-retention filter. Openigloo helps you compare buildings using what tenants report and what’s available in public records, then organize it into renter-first signals. Use the tenant Q&A and building details to sanity-check commute tradeoffs, lease terms, and any recurring maintenance or management notes before you apply.

Showing 19–32 of 32 buildings with high tenant retention near the 4 train in Downtown Brooklyn.

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

170 Tillary Street

3.8(5)

Downtown Brooklyn

No evictions

5 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

22 Chapel Street

4.0(5)

Downtown Brooklyn

No evictions

2 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

189 Bridge Street

Downtown Brooklyn

1 City Point

4.8(3)

Downtown Brooklyn

1 eviction

7 open violations

No litigation history

Bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

85 Livingston Street

Downtown Brooklyn

88 Livingston St

3.1(2)

Downtown Brooklyn

No evictions

1 open violation

No litigation history

No bedbug history

25 Hoyt Street

4.9(1)

Downtown Brooklyn

No evictions

No open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Good cause

235 Adams Street

4.1(1)

Downtown Brooklyn

No evictions

No open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Good cause

177 Concord Street

4.9(1)

Downtown Brooklyn

1 eviction

5 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

191 Willoughby Street

4.9(1)

Downtown Brooklyn

2 evictions

9 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

241 Cadman Plaza East

3.4(1)

Downtown Brooklyn

No evictions

No open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

119 Court Street

4.8(1)

Downtown Brooklyn

No evictions

1 open violation

No litigation history

No bedbug history

137 Livingston Street

4.3(1)

Downtown Brooklyn

No evictions

No open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Good cause

53 Duffield Street

2.5(1)

Downtown Brooklyn

No evictions

1 open violation

No litigation history

No bedbug history

What to check before choosing a building with high tenant retention near the 4 train in Downtown Brooklyn

Expect a short list of 4-train-focused options in Downtown Brooklyn designed for renters who prioritize stability (high retention).
Before signing, verify unit availability, lease start timing, and total monthly cost (deposit, fees, and any required services beyond rent).
Use the building’s tenant Q&A to check patterns: responsiveness, noise levels, and how quickly issues get addressed.
If you’re considering a transfer or renewal, confirm whether retention correlates with the building’s actual renewal practices for your lease type.
Compare multiple nearby buildings even within the same filter—“near the 4 train” can still differ by walking time and entrance location.

Nearby neighborhoods in Brooklyn

Crown Heights

157 buildings

Weeksville

55 buildings

Brooklyn Heights

44 buildings

Park Slope

39 buildings

Prospect Heights

33 buildings

Boerum Hill

32 buildings

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23 buildings

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Other building filters

Buildings without rodents in Downtown Brooklyn

177 buildings

Buildings without bedbugs in Downtown Brooklyn

174 buildings

Buildings with low eviction rates in Downtown Brooklyn

113 buildings

Buildings with low litigation rates in Downtown Brooklyn

106 buildings

Buildings with low open violation rates in Downtown Brooklyn

48 buildings

Buildings with low rent increases in Downtown Brooklyn

41 buildings

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Buildings with high tenant retention near the 4 train in Downtown Brooklyn