What does “near colleges” mean on this page?

It’s a location-based filter that surfaces buildings in Downtown Brooklyn close to nearby college campuses. You should still confirm the exact route and time for your school schedule.

What does “top rated” mean here?

“Top rated” refers to buildings that rank highly using Openigloo review scores for the building, based on the rated-building set associated with each building.

How many eligible buildings are in Downtown Brooklyn for this filter combo?

There are 9+ buildings shown on this page that match “near colleges” and “top rated.”

What should I double-check before applying to a building near campus?

Check lease start dates, renewal terms, and whether there are rules that affect roommates or frequent visitors. Also confirm the full monthly cost beyond asking rent.

Does “near colleges” guarantee a quieter building at night?

No. Campus proximity can be convenient, but it doesn’t predict noise levels. Use building pages and renter Q&A to check patterns like street noise, laundry access, and package handling.

Is the Openigloo rating the same as a school’s recommendation?

No. The rating is based on Openigloo signals from people who used the platform to evaluate the building, not an academic or school endorsement.

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.

Top rated buildings near colleges in Downtown Brooklyn

Downtown Brooklyn is a dense neighborhood in Brooklyn where renters can compare multiple buildings without losing time to search. This page focuses on top rated buildings near colleges, with 9+ eligible buildings right now. For Downtown Brooklyn, rated buildings average 4.1/5 across 54 rated buildings. (building-level trends; individual units can differ)

Explore top rated buildings near colleges in Downtown Brooklyn. This page covers 9+ eligible buildings in the neighborhood, combining a “near colleges” location filter with Openigloo’s top rated building scoring. Openigloo helps you compare buildings using rated-building scores plus building details you can verify before you apply. You can also open signals pulled from public data and use renter Q&A to pressure-test things like management responsiveness, building maintenance, and the practical day-to-day of living nearby.

Showing 1–9 of 9 top rated buildings near colleges in Downtown Brooklyn.

Top rated

Rent-stabilized

343 Gold Street

Downtown Brooklyn

33 Bond Street

Downtown Brooklyn

100 Willoughby Street

Downtown Brooklyn

10 City Point

4.4(25)

Downtown Brooklyn

1 eviction

7 open violations

No litigation history

Bedbug history

Top rated

Rent-stabilized

388 Bridge Street

Downtown Brooklyn

81 Fleet Place

4.4(14)

Downtown Brooklyn

No evictions

2 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Top rated

Rent-stabilized

125 Court St

Downtown Brooklyn

120 Nassau Street

4.6(11)

Downtown Brooklyn

1 eviction

2 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Top rated

Rent-stabilized

180 Myrtle Avenue

4.7(10)

Downtown Brooklyn

1 eviction

1 open violation

No litigation history

No bedbug history

What to check before for top rated buildings near colleges in Downtown Brooklyn

Use the building score and “rated buildings” quality signal to shortlist, then open the full building page to confirm current apartment availability.
Confirm the commute setup you actually need: proximity to your school plus typical walk time and transit access during class hours.
Read the lease terms carefully for move-in timing, renewals, and any restrictions on occupants, sublets, or guest policies.
Verify costs beyond rent (application fees, deposit, broker fee if applicable, and utility responsibilities) before you sign.
If you’re working with a deadline (enrollment start, internships, or exams), ask the building about the expected turn-around time for move-ins.

Nearby neighborhoods in Brooklyn

Bushwick

6,032 buildings

Williamsburg

4,382 buildings

Stuyvesant Heights

4,297 buildings

Bedford-Stuyvesant

4,131 buildings

East New York

4,072 buildings

Crown Heights

3,848 buildings

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