What does “heat + hot water included” mean on Openigloo?

It indicates that heat and hot water are listed as included for the building scope on this page. Because details can vary by unit and lease, verify the exact inclusions and any exceptions with the landlord or building management before signing.

How close are these buildings to the 5 train?

This page is scoped to buildings near the 5 train within Prospect Lefferts Gardens. Still, proximity can feel different block to block, so check the walking time to the nearest station for your preferred stop.

Are these buildings a guarantee of lower monthly costs?

They usually help because heat/hot water aren’t added to your utility bill, but your total monthly cost still depends on rent plus other required charges (like deposits, broker fees, or any building fees that may apply). Always compare the fully stated terms.

Does the “included” utilities setup vary by apartment?

Yes. Even in buildings where utilities are included, there can be unit-specific arrangements or usage rules. Ask whether your particular unit is covered the same way and whether there are any metering or seasonal adjustments.

What should I ask the super or leasing office during a tour?

Ask how boiler/hot-water service works day to day, how quickly issues are handled, thermostat controls, and whether there have been recent problems. Also confirm what’s included for your exact lease term.

How many buildings match this 5-train + heat/hot-water-included scope?

Openigloo currently shows 11+ eligible buildings in Prospect Lefferts Gardens for this multi-filter pair.

Which neighborhoods are trending in this scope?

Bushwick with 12,589+ buildings; Stuyvesant Heights with 7,834+ buildings; Flatbush with 5,564+ buildings; Downtown Brooklyn with 3,920+ buildings; Park Slope with 7,025+ buildings.

Buildings with heat and hot water included near the 5 train in Prospect Lefferts Gardens

Prospect Lefferts Gardens is a Brooklyn neighborhood where renters commonly compare cost, building condition, and transit access when choosing between nearby apartments. This Openigloo scope focuses on Prospect Lefferts Gardens buildings that match heat and hot water included plus the 5-train filter, currently totaling 11+ buildings. Across 91 rated buildings, Prospect Lefferts Gardens has an average building rating of 3.1/5. (building-level trends; individual units can differ)

Find buildings with heat and hot water included near the 5 train in Prospect Lefferts Gardens. This page covers 11+ eligible buildings so you can focus on a key cost line before you tour. Openigloo helps you compare options using rated-building info and building-level signals, plus tenant Q&A on what daily living looks like in practice. Use it to narrow down to buildings that match your needs, then confirm the included utilities and any unit-specific rules directly with the landlord or super.

Showing 1–11 of 11 buildings with heat and hot water included near the 5 train in Prospect Lefferts Gardens.

Rent-stabilized

150 Hawthorne Street

3.4(8)

Prospect Lefferts Gardens

393 Lefferts Avenue

4.1(7)

Prospect Lefferts Gardens

558 Parkside Avenue

2.5(7)

Prospect Lefferts Gardens

85 Clarkson Avenue

2.1(6)

Prospect Lefferts Gardens

1799 Bedford Avenue

3.0(6)

Prospect Lefferts Gardens

105 Lincoln Road

3.5(5)

Prospect Lefferts Gardens

320 Sterling Street

3.8(4)

Prospect Lefferts Gardens

195 Clarkson Avenue

4.4(4)

Prospect Lefferts Gardens

No evictions

No open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

105 Winthrop Street

3.3(3)

Prospect Lefferts Gardens

245 Hawthorne Street

2.2(3)

Prospect Lefferts Gardens

145 Lincoln Road

3.6(3)

Prospect Lefferts Gardens

What to check before for buildings with heat and hot water included near the 5 train in Prospect Lefferts Gardens

Confirm the scope of “heat + hot water included” for your specific unit (radiators vs. baseboard, and whether hot water is always included or usage-based).
Check lease terms and move-in costs: included utilities can affect effective monthly rent, but you should still verify deposits, broker fees, and other one-time charges.
Look at rated-building details on Openigloo and filter further if you want buildings with available units right now.
Ask how maintenance requests are handled (response times for boiler/heat issues) and whether there are any occupancy or access rules for laundry, packages, or amenities.
If you’re sensitive to temperature control, ask what thermostats are like in the building and whether windows/insulation make a difference in your target apartment.

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