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Pre-war buildings in NYC

This page provides a comprehensive overview of pre-war buildings in NYC, with over 134,853+ buildings to explore. These buildings, known for their unique architectural features and historical significance, often come with specific characteristics and amenities worth considering. Openigloo empowers renters with insights through building reviews, data on tenant experiences, and a rich Q&A resource. This way, you can make informed decisions when searching for your next apartment.

Pre-war buildings in NYC

Showing 18,991–19,008 of 134,853 pre-war buildings in NYC.

1873 Madison Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

1873 Madison Street

Ridgewood

No evictions
4 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
681 61 Street

681 61 Street

Sunset Park

2 evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
158 Prospect Park West

158 Prospect Park West

Park Slope

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
28-24 42 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

28-24 42 Street

Astoria

2 evictions
9 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
204 West 111 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

204 West 111 Street

South Harlem

1 eviction
6 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1658 W 2 St

1658 W 2 St

Gravesend

No evictions
8 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
909 Nostrand Avenue

909 Nostrand Avenue

Crown Heights

No evictions
18 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
326 West 89 Street

326 West 89 Street

Upper West Side

No evictions
16 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
679 Onderdonk Avenue
Rent-stabilized

679 Onderdonk Avenue

Ridgewood

No evictions
9 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
965 Utica Avenue

965 Utica Avenue

East Flatbush

1 eviction
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
798 East 48 Street
Good cause

798 East 48 Street

East Flatbush

No evictions
15 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
730 4 Avenue

730 4 Avenue

Greenwood

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
18 West 83 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

18 West 83 Street

Upper West Side

1 eviction
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
31-12 88 Street

31-12 88 Street

Jackson Heights

No evictions
22 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
35 East 52 Street

35 East 52 Street

East Flatbush

No evictions
8 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
490 Herzl Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

490 Herzl Street

Brownsville

No evictions
17 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
107-21 116 Street

107-21 116 Street

South Richmond Hill

No evictions
No open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
7905 5 Avenue

7905 5 Avenue

Bay Ridge

1 eviction
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history

What to check before for pre-war buildings in NYC

  • Expect unique architectural details like moldings, hardwood floors, and high ceilings in pre-war buildings.
  • Confirm the building's condition and any renovation history, as these can vary significantly in older constructions.
  • Check for any building rules regarding pets, renovations, or shared amenities before signing a lease.
  • Be aware of potential maintenance issues that may arise in older buildings, and verify how the management handles them.
  • Explore tenant reviews on Openigloo for firsthand experiences living in pre-war buildings.

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