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Pre-war buildings in NYC

This page provides a comprehensive overview of pre-war buildings in NYC, with over 134,060+ 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 235–252 of 134,060 pre-war buildings in NYC.

647 Myrtle Avenue

647 Myrtle Avenue

Bedford-Stuyvesant

No evictions
8 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
679 E 5 St

679 E 5 St

Kensington

No evictions
5 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
2291 1 Avenue
Good cause

2291 1 Avenue

East Harlem

No evictions
1 open violation
4 litigation cases
No bedbug history
134-09 Liberty Avenue

134-09 Liberty Avenue

South Richmond Hill

No evictions
6 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
651 Barbey Street
Rent-stabilized

651 Barbey Street

East New York

3 evictions
116 open violations
4 litigation cases
No bedbug history
544 East 13 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

544 East 13 Street

East Village

1 eviction
5 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
79-29 67 Drive

79-29 67 Drive

Middle Village

2 evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
142 East   37 Street

142 East 37 Street

Murray Hill

1 eviction
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
455 East 140 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

455 East 140 Street

North New York

1 eviction
5 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
137-33 96 Place
Good cause

137-33 96 Place

Ozone Park

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
82 Lexington Avenue

82 Lexington Avenue

Bedford-Stuyvesant

No evictions
16 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1717 Himrod Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

1717 Himrod Street

Ridgewood

No evictions
1 open violation
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
89-08 Lefferts Boulevard

89-08 Lefferts Boulevard

Richmond Hill

No evictions
4 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
2225 Bruckner Boulevard

2225 Bruckner Boulevard

Castle Hill

No evictions
4 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
2039 West 8 Street

2039 West 8 Street

Gravesend

No evictions
No open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
68-04 79 Street

68-04 79 Street

Middle Village

No evictions
7 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
203 East 125 Street

203 East 125 Street

East Harlem

No evictions
7 open violations
1 litigation case
Bedbug history
134-57 232 Street

134-57 232 Street

Laurelton

No evictions
No 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.

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