Pre-war buildings near the F train in Gowanus

It filters for buildings in Gowanus that are both (1) near the F train and (2) pre-war construction (built before 1947). You’ll still want to confirm the exact distance to the entrance and any building-specific details when you contact the landlord.

Openigloo shows 243+ buildings matching “f-train + pre-war” in Gowanus as of 2026-07-07.

You can use building-level signals (including rated-building scores) plus tenant-driven Q&A to understand what renters notice day-to-day. Use it to shortlist, then verify details like fees, lease terms, and utilities directly with the building.

The Gowanus snapshot shows an average building rating of 3.5/5 across 20 rated buildings. That’s useful for screening, but it’s still not a substitute for confirming conditions with the building.

Ask what’s included in the rent (heat/hot water), how noise is managed, and whether any renovations are planned. If street or subway noise affects you, confirm during a time of day that matches your schedule.

No. Use Openigloo to find and compare buildings that match your filters, then ask the building/management about current apartment availability, qualification requirements, and move-in timelines.

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