What does the “J train + pre-war” filter mean on this Williamsburg buildings page?

It narrows results to buildings in Williamsburg that match two criteria: they’re near the J train area for commute convenience, and they’re pre-war (built before 1947).

How many buildings are in scope for this page right now?

There are 1,992+ buildings currently shown in this filtered Williamsburg scope.

Are “pre-war” buildings always older and higher-maintenance?

Pre-war describes building age, not the condition of a specific unit. You’ll still want to confirm current maintenance practices, recent updates, and what’s been repaired or upgraded.

Does the J-train filter guarantee the exact commute time I want?

No. It’s a proximity-based filter. Commute time can vary by the station entrance, walking route, transfers, and service changes, so confirm using the exact building address.

What should I confirm before applying for one of these buildings?

Confirm the lease terms (renewal, sublet/roommate rules, early termination), the move-in checklist, and the full monthly cost expectations after fees, deposit, and utilities.

How should I use ratings on Openigloo for decision-making?

Use ratings as one signal. This page shows an average building rating of 3.5/5 across 354 rated buildings, but individual units can differ, so pair ratings with the specific building’s Q&A and details.

Which neighborhoods are trending in this scope right now?

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.

Pre-war buildings near the J train in Williamsburg

Williamsburg is a Brooklyn neighborhood where renters often search by both building characteristics and commute access, including pre-war stock near transit. For Williamsburg, rated buildings have an average building rating of 3.5/5 across 354 rated buildings (building-level trends; individual units can differ)

Find pre-war buildings near the J train in Williamsburg, with 1,992+ buildings currently in scope on Openigloo. This page combines two filters: the J-train commute area and pre-war construction (built before 1947). Use Openigloo to compare buildings with live availability signals, tenant Q&A, and rated-building context drawn from what renters flag during the search. You can also open building pages to verify details that matter for move-in decisions, from lease terms to move-in costs.

Showing 1,081–1,098 of 1,992 pre-war buildings near the J train in Williamsburg.

231 Penn Street

Williamsburg

Pre-war buildings near the J train in Williamsburg

Pre-war buildings near the J train in Williamsburg

231 Penn Street

102 Meserole Street

335 South 5 Street

590 Broadway

547 Bedford Avenue

385 South 2 Street

265 Hooper Street

613 Bedford Avenue

114 South 2 Street

196 Hooper Street

234 South 2 Street

195 Keap Street

153 Hewes Street

206 Penn Street

250 Union Avenue

361 South 4 Street

231 Keap Street

273 Hooper Street

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