Pre-war buildings near High School for Innovation in Advertising and Media in NYC

It’s a building-era filter for structures built before 1947. The page is focused on building stock dating rather than unit-specific features.

Openigloo currently shows 380+ buildings that match the pre-war filter within the page’s NYC scope.

The page pairs what rated buildings mention (overall experience patterns) with tenant Q&A on practical topics like repair timelines, building upkeep, and management follow-through.

No. Two pre-war buildings can differ a lot based on renovations, elevator condition, heating system age, and how management handles maintenance. Confirm specifics with the building.

Ask for the most current lease terms, itemized move-in costs, and a clear list of what’s included (heat/hot water, laundry access, utilities). For older buildings, also ask what has been updated recently.

Broker fee, security deposit, and any admin or move-in fees can apply. These vary by building and offer, so make sure you get the full list in writing before signing.

They help you spot patterns, but they may not capture every recent change. Treat them as a starting point and verify key details (repairs, pests, noise, elevator reliability) with the building directly.