Openigloo home

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 19,963–19,980 of 134,853 pre-war buildings in NYC.

687 Bushwick Avenue

687 Bushwick Avenue

Bushwick

No evictions
13 open violations
4 litigation cases
No bedbug history
396 East 155 Street

396 East 155 Street

Melrose

No evictions
No open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
112B Ralph Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

112B Ralph Avenue

Stuyvesant Heights

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1391 East 95 Street

1391 East 95 Street

Canarsie

No evictions
19 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
701 West 189 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

701 West 189 Street

Hudson Heights

No evictions
94 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
50 West 85 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

50 West 85 Street

Upper West Side

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
811 Nostrand Avenue

811 Nostrand Avenue

Crown Heights

No evictions
6 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
145 Smith Street

145 Smith Street

Boerum Hill

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
367 West 120 Street

367 West 120 Street

South Harlem

No evictions
5 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
836 Washington Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

836 Washington Avenue

Prospect Heights

No evictions
No open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
433 Argyle Road

433 Argyle Road

Ditmas Park

No evictions
5 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
85 Carlton Avenue

85 Carlton Avenue

Fort Greene

No evictions
4 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
16 West 129 Street

16 West 129 Street

Central Harlem

3 evictions
7 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
3964 Bell Avenue

3964 Bell Avenue

Edenwald

No evictions
No open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
1009 52 Street
Good cause

1009 52 Street

Borough Park

No evictions
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
64 Jackson Street

64 Jackson Street

Williamsburg

No evictions
16 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
68-11 Exeter Street

68-11 Exeter Street

Forest Hills

No evictions
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
68 Williams Avenue

68 Williams Avenue

East New York

1 eviction
2 open violations
1 litigation case
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.

Pre-war buildings in trending NYC neighborhoods

More filters for pre-war buildings in NYC

Other building filters

Pre-war buildings in other NYC boroughs

FAQ