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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 25,705–25,722 of 134,853 pre-war buildings in NYC.

104-35 120 Street

104-35 120 Street

South Richmond Hill

No evictions
2 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
3806 Surf Avenue

3806 Surf Avenue

Seagate

No evictions
6 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1668 Putnam Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

1668 Putnam Avenue

Ridgewood

No evictions
30 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
167 West  145 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

167 West 145 Street

Central Harlem

No evictions
46 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
2654 Morris Avenue

2654 Morris Avenue

Fordham

1 eviction
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
859 Macy Place

859 Macy Place

Woodstock

No evictions
16 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
2855 East 194 Street

2855 East 194 Street

Pelham Bay

1 eviction
8 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
9225 5 Avenue

9225 5 Avenue

Bay Ridge

No evictions
10 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
505 Woodward Avenue
Rent-stabilized

505 Woodward Avenue

Ridgewood

2 evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1208 East 93 Street

1208 East 93 Street

Canarsie

No evictions
7 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
4001 8 Avenue

4001 8 Avenue

Sunset Park

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
34-40 30 Street
Rent-stabilized

34-40 30 Street

Astoria

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
655 Hendrix Street

655 Hendrix Street

East New York

No evictions
7 open violations
6 litigation cases
No bedbug history
2 East 108 Street
Good cause

2 East 108 Street

East Harlem

3 evictions
4 open violations
4 litigation cases
No bedbug history
1868 65 Street

1868 65 Street

Bensonhurst

No evictions
10 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
457 41 Street

457 41 Street

Sunset Park

No evictions
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
120 Forsyth Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

120 Forsyth Street

Lower East Side

No evictions
47 open violations
11 litigation cases
No bedbug history
109-55 Union Hall Street

109-55 Union Hall Street

Jamaica

No evictions
8 open violations
2 litigation cases
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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