What does “low-rent-increases” mean on Openigloo?

It’s a regulatory/tenant-protection category intended to identify buildings where rent increases are expected to be lower than typical. You should still verify the specifics for your unit at renewal (what applies, what doesn’t, and any timelines).

How does the “R-train” filter work?

It limits results to buildings near the R train so you can focus on a commute route. Confirm exact commute time from the building address, since walking time and transfers can change day to day.

How many buildings match this Downtown Brooklyn + R-train + low-rent-increases filter pair right now?

Openigloo currently shows 41+ buildings in Downtown Brooklyn that match this multi-filter pair.

Do I still need to check costs and fees even if rent increases are “low”?

Yes. Low rent increases are only one variable. Before you apply, confirm the full monthly cost (utilities) and upfront move-in requirements like security deposit and any building fees.

Are rent-increase and renewal terms guaranteed just because a building matches the filter?

No. The filter narrows the starting set, but lease terms can vary by unit and timing. Ask the landlord or management for the unit’s renewal terms and any documentation they can share.

What if reviews mention maintenance or service issues?

Look for recurring themes across Openigloo reviews for the same building, then ask management how the issue is being handled now (repair timeline, vendor, and whether it affects day-to-day living).

Which neighborhoods are trending right now 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 low rent increases near the R train in Downtown Brooklyn

Downtown Brooklyn is a renter-focused area in Brooklyn where you can find a range of buildings that match different commute needs and eligibility filters. On Openigloo, this neighborhood currently has rated buildings with an average building rating of 4.1/5 across 54 rated buildings. (building-level trends; individual units can differ)

This page shows buildings in Downtown Brooklyn, Brooklyn, near the R train with low rent increases. You’re looking at 41+ buildings that match the multi-filter pair: low-rent-increases + R-train. Openigloo helps you narrow faster by combining building signals with what renters report. Use the Openigloo reviews and building details to compare consistency over time, then confirm specifics (rent increase history, renewal terms, and any documented issues) with the property directly before you sign.

Showing 19–36 of 41 buildings with low rent increases near the R train in Downtown Brooklyn.

110 Livingston Street

4.5(8)

Downtown Brooklyn

Buildings with low rent increases near the R train in Downtown Brooklyn

Buildings with low rent increases near the R train in Downtown Brooklyn

110 Livingston Street

306 Gold Street

277 Gold Street

189 Schermerhorn Street

248 Duffield Street

170 Tillary Street

43 Duffield Street

22 Chapel Street

180 Nassau Street

505 State Street

189 Bridge Street

308 Livingston Street

53 Boerum Place

1 City Point

90 Sands Street

55 Duffield Street

88 Livingston St

17 Hanover Place

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