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196 Willoughby St, Brooklyn

The Willoughby — Community Life in Brooklyn, New York

196 Willoughby St, Brooklyn, NY, 11201

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Community Score
66
out of 100

What it's like to live at The Willoughby

The Willoughby is an apartment community in Brooklyn, New York, with a Community Score of 66 out of 100. Residents in this building actively connect through events, interest groups, and neighbor conversations tracked on the Cobu platform. Community activity data is based on real, anonymized resident participation.

  • 75% of residents actively participate in the community
  • 13 community events held in the last 90 days
  • 12 active resident interest groups

Community Activity

Based on verified resident participation inside the building.

Participation
75%
of Cobu users engage regularly
Events
13
events in the past 90 days
Groups
12
resident interest groups

What Residents Are Talking About

Live community activity verified by Cobu

Events and Gatherings

13 people attending

Meet GymGuyz - lobby popup

THU, MAY 7, 2026, 5:00 PM

Stop by the lobby to find out more about the exclusive fitness experience GymGuyz has designed for Willoughby Residents. Discover personalized in-home training and meet their team. Please express interest - it helps us plan better! Plus, you’ll get reminders.

100 people attending

Cinco de Mayo Happy Hour!

FRI, MAY 1, 2026, 7:00 PM

Come enjoy an early Cinco de Mayo Celebration!

101 people attending

Studio 345A Provisions

WED, APR 29, 2026, 6:30 PM

A Premier Resident Tasting Join us for an evening tasting event featuring - Fresh-pressed seasonal blends - Chef-prepared centerpiece tastings - Curated provisions and house originals A first look at a new way to stock your kitchen - and dine at home. Please express interest - it helps us plan better! Plus, you’ll get reminders.

99 people attending

Sushi & Sake night

THU, APR 16, 2026, 7:00 PM

Come taste some delicious sushi from Mito and sip on sake while you watch a sushi chef at work! Because of the popularity of this event, this will be a residents only event.

9 people attending

Teascarf Popup!

SAT, APR 11, 2026, 10:00 AM

Tea-printed scarves, pillow covers and wall art! Every scarf or pillow cover begins as an original tea print, created by hand using steeped tea bags.  Please express interest - it helps us plan better! Plus, you’ll get reminders.

12 people attending

The Sweet Escape - Sugar-Free Challenge

WED, APR 8, 2026, 7:00 PM

The Sweet Escape Challenge is a 30-day program that helps people break free of sugar addiction and embrace a healthier lifestyle. The blend of community support, personalized tracking tools, and expert guidance allows participants to find the resources and encouragement they need to succeed. Please express interest - it helps us plan better! Plus, you’ll get reminders.

7 people attending

PRECYCLE

THU, MAR 26, 2026, 5:00 PM

Come check out PRECYCLE, a local, sustainable Brooklyn grocer. Learn about their closed-loop, sustainable service. Ask questions. Enjoy samples. Exclusive discount for Willoughby residents! Precycle exists to empower customers to reduce their environmental impact by reducing food and packaging waste. We believe that every customer has the right to know where their food originates and to be given the choice of reusable instead of disposable. In other words, full transparency.

24 people attending

Exclusive Resident Shopping Event!

WED, MAR 25, 2026, 7:00 PM

Brooklyn Made features Brooklyn’s best brands & makers, and they're inviting you to an exclusive, after-hours, resident-only shopping experience at their City Point location! Come explore their wide variety of goods and meet makers Alexandra Denis founder of Avalah All Natural, and Jacquelyn De Jesus Center founder of Shhhowercap. Please express interest - it helps us plan better! Plus, you’ll get reminders.

78 people attending

St. Patrick's Day!

THU, MAR 12, 2026, 7:00 PM

Join us for a pre-St. Patrick's Day Happy Hour! Please RSVP so we can plan accordingly.

6 people attending

Granola Pop-Up event

TUE, FEB 24, 2026, 5:00 PM

A locally owned small business, FORT GREENE GRANOLA will be giving out FREE SAMPLES and selling their amazing granola! Please express interest - it helps us plan better! Plus, you’ll get reminders.

21 people attending

Karaoke Night!

THU, FEB 19, 2026, 7:00 PM

Grab the mic, own the night! Join us for a night of fun and good vibes! Please express interest - it helps us plan better! Plus, you’ll get reminders.

39 people attending

Samko Craft Beverages - Launch!

SAT, FEB 14, 2026, 10:00 AM

Hey Willoughby Residents! Join Samko in the lobby for their Valentine's Day Launch! Pastries - while supplies last! Please express interest - it helps us plan better! Plus, you’ll get reminders.

Community Conversations

R
Resident

Hi! Does anyone have any medium/large boxes they don’t need or about to throw away?

R
Resident

hello! Me and my partner just moved to this building and looking for inspiration for our living room layout. If you live on the K line and don’t mind sharing what your living area looks like send me a message!

R
Resident

Hi! Can anyone on the N line share the wall measurements in the living area? Would really appreciate it!

T
Resident

If u go on StreetEasy they have the floor plans. Hope this helps

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R
Resident

Hello did anyone get a DoorDash from greenbergs bagels by mistake? I think my delivery person delivered to the wrong door 😭

T
Resident

I found it!

R
Resident

Can anyone recommend a hairdresser in the area that does keratin treatments?

R
Resident

Has anyone used MPG parking around the corner? Or have recommendations for any other parking garages in the area?

W
Resident

We use MPG. There’s an entrance directly from the garage to the building which is a huge convenience.

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R
Resident

Anyone has a great cleaning lady to recommend? Thank you !

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L
Resident

I have! Will DM

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N
Resident

I do! DM me if you need. She’s fantastic

R
Resident

Does anyone have a balloon pump I can borrow for the afternoon?

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G
Resident

I have one !

R
Resident

Is there any color printing available in the building?

R
Resident

Anyone has a big box that I can use to return my shoes at FedEx?

P
Resident

How big of a box? I have an amazon box in which my shoes were delivered. Dm’ed you

J
Resident

Anyone else have a box I can use for the same reason? 😅

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R
Resident

Anyone want two large sweet potatoes? I was given them by mistake in a grocery order and won’t use them!

R
Resident

I’ll take them!

R
Resident

Does anyone have a copy of Friday’s New York Times they’re willing to share? Ours disappeared from the front desk leaving us bereft of ink stains.

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Groups in the Community

Marketplace

783 members

This group is a convenient destination for residents to discover, buy and sell items in your building. Post items or inquire about items in the discussions.

The Willoughby

743 members

What's one thing we all have in common? We all live at The Willoughby! Use this group for general resident discussions, see upcoming events, and post your gatherings outside of current existing groups.

Fitness Friends

246 members

Whether you have a daily schedule or are getting back into a routine, join this group to connect with other gym enthusiasts! Connect with neighbors to attend a spin class together, go on a run, and more!

Professional Networking

207 members

Arrange networking events in this group and link to other professionals in the community to share your expertise and learn from others.

Book Club

163 members

Do you love to read? Are you dying to discuss that New York Time’s best-seller? Join this group to hang out, meet new people, host a book swap, and dive into some great reads together!

Yoga

161 members

Community yoga

Dog Group

151 members

Here, doggy! In this group, we and our canine companions will get together regularly to do fun activities like walks in the neighborhood, trips to the dog park, and puppy play dates. What to bring? This will vary by gathering so always be sure to check the gathering's description for details or ask in the discussion section. When in doubt, don't forget your leash, ball, & some poop bags! Have an idea for our next puppy play date? Schedule a gathering!

Tennis

131 members

People interested in playing tennis casually

Weightlifting

107 members

If anyone needs workout partners either for PRs, posture checks, general advice, as well as sharing routines, post it here!

Board Games

96 members

Meet up to play different board games (eg Settlers of Catan)

Video Games

89 members

Whether it's next-gen or current-gen consoles, let us know what you're playing and what console you're on! Join now to connect with other video game fanatics, set up tournaments, and more!

Poker nights

79 members

Weekly/bi-weekly friendly poker runs at the lounge. No experience required.

Marketplace Activity

R
Resident

Looking to buy a kitchen island and stools in case anyone is selling theirs.

R
Resident

Selling IKEA Docksta Table ($180 - Original $280) + 2x Wayfair Dining Chairs ($130 - Original $230)

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R
Resident

I cleaned out my storage space and I left some small and medium woman’s clothing and also some items on the table in the storage room.

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R
Resident

Free mini fridge (unused) and fake plant in 15 floor refuse

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R
Resident

Free BRAND NEW ikea utility cart in 18 floor refuse

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R
Resident

Hello, Looking for someone in the building who potentially has woodworking clamps! Thank you

R
Resident

Hello! Looking for anyone in the building who plays and is willing to teach others how to play Mahjong for a small event in May.

R
Resident

Good morning does anyone have a printer i can use the printer downstairs seems to be down an i need to print out a few documents for a very important appointment today

R
Resident

Selling 32 in TV!! $75 OBO, like new condition (just never use it!)

R
Resident

In search of a soft case for 14” MacBook Pro ! Pls let me know if you have one lying around

R
Resident

65” TV Sony Bravia XBR-65X850E for sale - taking offers. I’d like to get this out of my apt!

R
Resident

Selling this Togo couch with ottoman! Gorgeous couch, we are just getting a new bigger one tomorrow. We’ve had it for 3 years it needs a little bit of a clean, says its machine washable, but we’ve never tried.

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