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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 3,277–3,294 of 134,853 pre-war buildings in NYC.

149 West 145 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

149 West 145 Street

Central Harlem

No evictions
25 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
126 East 12 Street
Rent-stabilized

126 East 12 Street

East Village

No evictions
3 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
208 Howard Avenue

208 Howard Avenue

Stuyvesant Heights

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1931 Benedict Avenue

1931 Benedict Avenue

Parkchester

No evictions
13 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
2859 Briggs Avenue

2859 Briggs Avenue

Bedford Park

No evictions
No open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
161 East 22 Street
Rent-stabilized

161 East 22 Street

Gramercy Park

No evictions
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
130-11 Hillside Avenue

130-11 Hillside Avenue

Kew Gardens

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
144-02 Jamaica Avenue

144-02 Jamaica Avenue

Jamaica

No evictions
8 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
77-34 74 Street

77-34 74 Street

Glendale

No evictions
5 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
208 Grand Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

208 Grand Street

Little Italy

1 eviction
3 open violations
4 litigation cases
No bedbug history
2932 East 194 Street

2932 East 194 Street

Pelham Bay

2 evictions
48 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
537 56 Street
Rent-stabilized

537 56 Street

Sunset Park

No evictions
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
197 Rutledge Street

197 Rutledge Street

Williamsburg

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
41-09 53 Street
Rent-stabilized

41-09 53 Street

Woodside

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1586 East 22 Street

1586 East 22 Street

Midwood

1 eviction
4 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
116-46 193 Street

116-46 193 Street

St. Albans

2 evictions
7 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
81-39 102 Avenue

81-39 102 Avenue

Woodhaven

No evictions
7 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
303 Albany Avenue

303 Albany Avenue

Crown Heights

No evictions
1 open violation
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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