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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 26,983–27,000 of 134,853 pre-war buildings in NYC.

84-36 85 Avenue

84-36 85 Avenue

Woodhaven

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
34 Linden Street

34 Linden Street

Bushwick

No evictions
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
291 Crown Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

291 Crown Street

Crown Heights

1 eviction
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
2005 East 24 Street

2005 East 24 Street

Madison

No evictions
11 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
553 Halsey Street

553 Halsey Street

Stuyvesant Heights

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1039 East 217 Street

1039 East 217 Street

Williamsbridge

No evictions
6 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
212 14 Street

212 14 Street

Park Slope

No evictions
9 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
869 Onderdonk Avenue
Rent-stabilized

869 Onderdonk Avenue

Ridgewood

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1801 50 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

1801 50 Street

Mapleton

No evictions
41 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
710 Gerard Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

710 Gerard Avenue

Concourse

2 evictions
71 open violations
22 litigation cases
No bedbug history
41-06 69 Street

41-06 69 Street

Woodside

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
39-67 47 Street

39-67 47 Street

Sunnyside

No evictions
5 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
646 East   95 Street

646 East 95 Street

Canarsie

No evictions
16 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
712 Cypress Avenue

712 Cypress Avenue

Ridgewood

No evictions
5 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
833 East 222 Street

833 East 222 Street

Wakefield

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
763 Morris Park Avenue

763 Morris Park Avenue

Van Nest

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
117-20 Lincoln Street

117-20 Lincoln Street

South Ozone Park

No evictions
No open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
4153 Laconia Avenue

4153 Laconia Avenue

Wakefield

No evictions
41 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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