FAQs
Welcome to The Brook, a premier choice for Downtown Brooklyn apartments. Below are answers to the most common questions about our residences, amenities, neighborhood, and lifestyle.
Amenities & Lifestyle
Do your Downtown Brooklyn apartments have a pool?
Yes — residents enjoy our outdoor pool with private cabanas.
What kind of fitness center is available?
A fully equipped fitness center with cardio, strength-training, yoga, and stretching areas.
Is there a basketball court?
Yes — The Brook has an indoor basketball court.
Does The Brook have pickleball courts?
Yes — we have a Sports Court that supports basketball and pickleball.
Is there a co-working space?
Yes — stylish co-working lounges with Wi-Fi, private nooks, and communal tables.
What entertainment amenities are available?
A game room with billiards, shuffleboard, and large-screen TVs, plus landscaped terraces with BBQ grills and skyline views.
Does The Brook host resident events?
Yes — from rooftop mixers to wellness classes.
Are there wellness or community spaces?
Yes — yoga studios, meditation areas, and resident lounges.
Is The Brook dog-friendly?
Yes — we offer a dog run and a dog spa.
Apartment Features
What appliances are included?
Refrigerator, oven, microwave, dishwasher, and in-unit washer and dryer.
Do the apartments have in-unit laundry?
Yes — all residences include washers and dryers.
Are the apartments furnished?
They are unfurnished; furnishing partners are available.
What floorplans are available?
Studios, one-bedrooms, and two-bedrooms.
Do any apartments have balconies?
Select residences include private outdoor spaces.
Transportation
How close is public transportation?
Steps from major subway and bus lines.
Location & Neighborhood
Is Downtown Brooklyn a safe neighborhood?
Yes — it is well-patrolled, and The Brook offers secure access and 24/7 staffing.
What’s nearby?
Restaurants, cafes, shopping, City Point, Trader Joe’s, Whole Foods, BAM, Barclays Center, and Fort Greene Park.
What schools are nearby?
A range of public, private, and charter schools.
How long is the commute to Manhattan?
- Midtown: 20–30 minutes
- Financial District: 15–25 minutes
- Williamsburg / Queens: under 30 minutes
Restaurants, Bars & Shopping
What restaurants are nearby?
Dekalb Market Hall, Junior’s, Gage & Tollner, and more.
Are there good bars or nightlife options?
Hollow Nickel, Circa Brewing Co., and several Barclays Center venues.
What shopping is nearby?
City Point, Atlantic Terminal Mall, and boutiques along Fulton and Smith Street.
Are there grocery stores close by?
Trader Joe’s, Whole Foods, Wegmans, and local markets.
Are there coffee shops nearby?
Starbucks, Devoción, and Partners Coffee.
Any cultural or entertainment spots?
Barclays Center, BAM, and Fort Greene Park.
Leasing & Applications
How do I apply?
Apply online at brookbk.com or schedule an appointment with our leasing team.
What documents are required?
ID, proof of income, and a completed application.
Is there an application fee?
Yes — $20 per applicant.
Is a security deposit required?
Yes — amount varies by credit approval.
Other Essentials
Is renters insurance required?
Yes — proof is required before move-in.
Is The Brook smoke-free?
Yes — it is a smoke-free community.
Can I transfer my lease?
Yes — based on availability.
Contact Us
The Brook, Downtown Brooklyn
718 866 3121
INFO@BROOKBK.COM
Explore floorplans & availability: brookbk.com