What does “recommended-by-renters” mean on this page?

It means Openigloo is showing buildings that renters have highlighted through signals we collect on the platform. Use the building page to read the latest feedback and tenant Q&A, then confirm details directly with management.

How does the B61-bus filter affect the buildings shown?

It narrows results to buildings in Downtown Brooklyn that are near the B61 bus corridor. Still, walk the route from the specific building to your usual destinations to make sure the timing matches your routine.

Are these buildings only in Downtown Brooklyn, or could they be nearby?

This landing page is scoped to the Downtown Brooklyn neighborhood in Brooklyn. The exact walk/commute distance will vary by building, so check the building page for the specific location and ask for clarification if needed.

What should I verify before signing a lease even if renters recommended the building?

Verify the unit’s details (layout, utilities responsibility, noise considerations), confirm lease terms and renewal expectations, and ask about any fees that aren’t obvious from the asking rent.

Does this page guarantee availability or a specific apartment type?

No. Availability changes. Use the building page to check what’s currently advertised and whether the available units match what you need (size, layout, move-in timing).

Which neighborhoods are trending in this scope right now?

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.

How reliable are renter recommendations compared to what I’ll experience?

They’re a useful starting point, but not a substitute for confirming the current conditions for the exact unit. Read multiple responses in tenant Q&A, then ask the building about anything that could differ by floor, exposure, or move-in date.

Buildings recommended by renters near the B61 bus in Downtown Brooklyn

Downtown Brooklyn is a dense, transit-connected area in Brooklyn, and this page surfaces 29+ buildings that match the B61-bus + recommended-by-renters filters. Within Downtown Brooklyn, rated buildings average 4.1/5 across 54 rated buildings (building-level trends; individual units can differ)

This page highlights buildings recommended by renters near the B61 bus in Downtown Brooklyn. You’re viewing 29+ buildings that match the B61-bus + recommended-by-renters filters, so you can focus on options people living there already point to. Openigloo combines renter sentiment with building-level signals available for you to verify before you sign a lease. Use reviews and tenant Q&A to understand day-to-day factors, then cross-check any open-data details with the building directly for the unit you want.

Showing 19–29 of 29 buildings recommended by renters near the B61 bus in Downtown Brooklyn.

Rent-stabilized

415 Pearl Street

4.7(9)

Downtown Brooklyn

No evictions

4 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

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

101 Tech Place

4.3(5)

Downtown Brooklyn

No evictions

No open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

180 Nassau Street

Downtown Brooklyn

189 Bridge Street

Downtown Brooklyn

53 Boerum Place

4.5(3)

Downtown Brooklyn

No 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

What to check before choosing a building recommended by renters near the B61 bus in Downtown Brooklyn

Expect a shortlist focused on Downtown Brooklyn buildings near the B61 bus route, filtered by renter recommendations.
Before applying, confirm the commute details for your exact stop, not just the neighborhood area.
Check current availability on each building page and compare full monthly costs (rent plus recurring fees) for the specific unit.
Use renter Q&A to spot recurring issues early, then ask the building about anything unclear for your move-in date.
If you’re sensitive to lease terms, confirm renewal options, rent-adjustment expectations, and any building policies in writing.

Nearby neighborhoods in Brooklyn

Park Slope

36 buildings

Brooklyn Heights

14 buildings

Gowanus

9 buildings

More filters for buildings recommended by renters near the B61 bus in Downtown Brooklyn

Buildings with low open violation rates near the B61 bus in Downtown Brooklyn

38 buildings

Buildings with low rent increases near the B61 bus in Downtown Brooklyn

32 buildings

Buildings with high tenant retention near the B61 bus in Downtown Brooklyn

27 buildings

Buildings highly rated for water pressure near the B61 bus in Downtown Brooklyn

23 buildings

Buildings that accept digital rent payments near the B61 bus in Downtown Brooklyn

23 buildings

Buildings highly rated for pest control near the B61 bus in Downtown Brooklyn

21 buildings

Buildings highly rated for owner responsiveness near the B61 bus in Downtown Brooklyn

21 buildings

Buildings highly rated for heat near the B61 bus in Downtown Brooklyn

20 buildings

Buildings highly rated for cleanliness near the B61 bus in Downtown Brooklyn

19 buildings

Buildings with heat and hot water included near the B61 bus in Downtown Brooklyn

18 buildings

Buildings with low historical violations near the B61 bus in Downtown Brooklyn

18 buildings

Buildings highly rated for trash management near the B61 bus in Downtown Brooklyn

16 buildings

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

Buildings recommended by renters near the B61 bus in Downtown Brooklyn