2601 Glenwood Rd

A six-story pre-war co-op built in 1940, the building exhibits Art Deco–inspired detailing typical of mid-century Brooklyn residential stock. The 28-unit property is composed primarily of studios and one-bedroom layouts, many of which retain original elements such as high ceilings, hardwood floors, crown moldings, arched doorways, and decorative trim while offering modernized kitchens and baths in renovated units. Common areas include an elevator with period character, a staffed live-in superintendent, central laundry facilities with card-reading machines, and an on-site secure mailroom. Exterior spaces are a strong part of the package: a landscaped community garden and courtyard provide private outdoor seating and planting areas, with additional limited private outdoor spaces under 60 sq ft associated with some units. Residents can access basement storage and organized bicycle racks (waitlist or fee applies), plus building storage rooms. The property enforces a smoke-free policy and is cat-friendly but generally restricts dogs; subletting and pied-à-terre arrangements are allowed under the co-op’s rules with moderate application terms. Located in South Midwood/Flatbush near Brooklyn College and Flatbush Junction, the building sits within walking distance of the 2/5 and B/Q subway lines and a growing retail corridor with grocery, fitness, and dining options, supporting a neighborhood lifestyle of transit convenience and local commerce.