What does “L-train + pre-war” mean on this page?

It narrows the Williamsburg building set to those flagged for proximity to the L train and classified as pre-war (built before 1947).

How many buildings match these filters right now?

2,139+ buildings currently match the L-train + pre-war criteria in Williamsburg on Openigloo.

Is a higher rating on Openigloo the same as “maintenance will be good” in a pre-war building?

Not automatically. Ratings are based on what renters report for rated buildings, but conditions can vary by unit, floor, and maintenance cadence—confirm key issues directly with the building or managing agent.

What should I check in pre-war buildings that I might overlook elsewhere?

Ask about heat and hot water reliability, water pressure, pest control procedures, and how repairs are handled. Also confirm the building’s recent updates (when available on the building page).

Does “near the L train” guarantee an easy commute for me?

No. “Near” can still mean different walking times and transfer needs depending on your starting point and exact unit location. Verify your route using the nearest stops you plan to use.

How do I compare which building is the right fit beyond the filters?

Open multiple building pages and compare the practical details: availability, reported issues, maintenance responsiveness (from tenant Q&A and notes), and the full move-in cost—not just the rent number.

Which neighborhoods are trending right now in this scope?

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

Pre-war buildings near the L train in Williamsburg

Williamsburg in Brooklyn is a frequent target for renters who want transit access and a mix of older housing stock. This page focuses on pre-war buildings near the L train, so you can filter for building age while staying close to your commute. In 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 L train in Williamsburg. This page covers 2,139+ eligible buildings so you can narrow by two things renters usually want to balance: location convenience and older building stock (pre-1947). Openigloo helps you compare buildings with practical signals, including ratings from rated buildings (3.5/5 across 354 rated buildings) and what renters report. Use the building pages to review details, check for available units, and ask questions based on the real-world constraints you’ll face during showings and move-in.

Showing 811–828 of 2,139 pre-war buildings near the L train in Williamsburg.

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142 North 11 Street

Williamsburg

Pre-war buildings near the L train in Williamsburg

Pre-war buildings near the L train in Williamsburg

142 North 11 Street

255 South 3 Street

135 North 6 Street

73 North 8 Street

290 Ainslie Street

89 Berry Street

112 Devoe Street

39 Skillman Avenue

76 Devoe Street

466 Lorimer Street

5 Maspeth Avenue

171 Jackson Street

191 Grand Street

65 Devoe Street

64 Devoe Street

778 Metropolitan Avenue

372 Manhattan Avenue

159 Berry St

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