What does “5-train + high-retention” mean on this page?

“5-train” narrows the search to buildings near the 5 line in Flatbush. “High-retention” prioritizes buildings where tenants tend to stay longer, which can be a useful clue about day-to-day conditions.

How many buildings match these filters in Flatbush right now?

There are 104+ buildings in this scope on Openigloo as of 2026-07-07.

Does high tenant retention guarantee a good apartment or fewer issues?

No. Retention is a signal, not a promise. You should still review recent tenant Q&A, check current building policies, and ask management about the specific unit you plan to rent.

How does Openigloo use reviews and open-data signals for these buildings?

Each building page can include renter feedback and additional building information you can validate. Use it to form questions, then confirm the details with the building directly.

What should I verify before applying if I’m choosing between several buildings?

Confirm the lease start date, rent and fee breakdown, utilities, move-in requirements, and any building rules that affect your routine (packages, laundry, access, and maintenance response).

Are the “rated buildings” the same as all buildings on the page?

No. The neighborhood stat shown for Flatbush refers to rated buildings (a subset). You should still evaluate any building you shortlist using the information available on its page.

Which neighborhoods are trending in this scope, and how many buildings are in each?

Bushwick with 12,589+ buildings; Downtown Brooklyn with 3,920+ buildings; Stuyvesant Heights with 7,834+ buildings; Park Slope with 7,025+ buildings; Clinton Hill with 4,040+ buildings.

Buildings with high tenant retention near the 5 train in Flatbush

Flatbush is a practical choice for renters who want more transit access and a wide mix of residential buildings. On Openigloo, you can compare buildings that match your criteria for staying power near the 5 train. For Flatbush, rated buildings average 3.0/5 (across 113 rated buildings), which can help you set expectations while you dig into building-specific details. (building-level trends; individual units can differ)

This page helps you find buildings with high tenant retention near the 5 train in Flatbush. We currently have 104+ eligible buildings, so you can narrow by location and tenant behavior instead of starting from a long, noisy search. Openigloo brings together building information with what renters are saying, plus open-data signals you can use to ask better questions before you sign. Use the building pages, check current availability, and review tenant Q&A to spot patterns that matter day to day.

Buildings with high tenant retention near the 5 train in Flatbush

Buildings with high tenant retention near the 5 train in Flatbush

371 East 26 Street

1364 Rogers Avenue

1559 Nostrand Avenue

390 East 23 Street

1567 Nostrand Avenue

154 Martense Street

350 Lenox Road

221 Martense Street

2505 Bedford Avenue

238 Linden Boulevard

2144 Cortelyou Road

290 Linden Boulevard

163 Linden Boulevard

162 East 28 Street

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