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 1,333–1,350 of 2,139 pre-war buildings near the L train in Williamsburg.

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401 South 4 Street

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Pre-war buildings near the L train in Williamsburg

Pre-war buildings near the L train in Williamsburg

401 South 4 Street

62 Richardson Street

91 Jackson Street

78 Devoe Street

347 South 3 Street

70 Stagg Street

179 Ainslie Street

496 Grand Street

392 South 3 Street

225 Kent Avenue

65 South 3 Street

146 Bedford Avenue

101 Montrose Avenue

332 Leonard Street

108 Meserole Street

805 Grand Street

654 Grand Street

229 North 7 Street

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