What does “recommended-by-renters” mean on this page?

It’s Openigloo’s renter-signal that highlights buildings where tenants have provided feedback. Use it as a shortlist tool, then validate the details for your specific unit and move-in date.

How is DeKalb Av station used in this search?

It scopes the building search to the area around DeKalb Av station in NYC, then pairs that location filter with the renter-recommendation signal.

Are these recommendations a guarantee that every unit will be the same?

No. Building experience can vary by unit, floor, exposure, or lease terms. Read the tenant Q&A and reviews for patterns, then confirm specifics with the building.

What should I confirm with the building before signing a lease?

Confirm the exact rent and what’s included, lease length, renewal/termination terms, move-in costs, maintenance process, and any household rules that apply to you.

Do I need to verify fees like deposits and utility responsibilities?

Yes. Even when a building is recommended, the full monthly picture still depends on deposits, potential building fees, and utilities. Ask for a written breakdown before you commit.

Where does Openigloo’s building information come from?

Openigloo combines renter-provided reviews and tenant Q&A with building-level facts from open-data signals to help you compare. Always confirm final details with management for your specific apartment.

How can I use reviews and tenant Q&A effectively?

Look for recurring themes that match your priorities (noise, heat/hot water issues, maintenance response, package handling). Then bring those questions to the tour and ask what’s changed since past feedback.

Buildings recommended by renters near DeKalb Av station in NYC

Find buildings recommended by renters near DeKalb Av station in NYC. This Openigloo page shows 45+ buildings matching your DeKalb Av station area filter plus the “recommended-by-renters” signal. Use Openigloo to narrow the search before you tour. We surface renter-written reviews, building-level facts pulled from open-data signals, and tenant Q&A so you can compare what residents mention most—then confirm details directly with the building or landlord.

Showing 37–45 of 45 buildings recommended by renters near DeKalb Av station in NYC.

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

218 Myrtle Avenue

4.6(3)

Downtown Brooklyn

3 evictions

1 open violation

No litigation history

No bedbug history

155 Washington Park

2.2(3)

Fort Greene

No evictions

21 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

176 Johnson Street

4.5(3)

Downtown Brooklyn

1 eviction

11 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

1 City Point

4.8(3)

Downtown Brooklyn

1 eviction

7 open violations

No litigation history

Bedbug history

1 Hanson Place

4.7(3)

Fort Greene

No evictions

6 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

45 South Elliott Place

Fort Greene

47 St Felix Street

2.8(3)

Fort Greene

No evictions

No open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

371 State Street

Boerum Hill

469 State Street

4.5(3)

Boerum Hill

No evictions

No open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

What to check before choosing a building recommended by renters near DeKalb Av station in NYC

Shortlist buildings by renter recommendations, then open each building page for reviews and tenant Q&A to understand recurring issues or positives.
Before you sign, verify unit availability, actual rent, and the exact move-in costs (security deposit, any fees, and what’s included).
If a building is listed as “recommended,” still confirm policy specifics with staff: lease term, renewal approach, and any restrictions that affect your household.
Use the building page facts to prepare for showings—bring questions about maintenance response, noise, package handling, and elevator reliability when relevant.
If you’re moving quickly, cross-check tour windows and application timelines with the management office.
When comparing, focus on what matters to you (commute, noise, maintenance, fees) and not only overall recommendations.

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