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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 33,859–33,876 of 134,853 pre-war buildings in NYC.

189-10A 35 Avenue

189-10A 35 Avenue

Murray Hill (Queens)

No evictions
15 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1716 Dean Street

1716 Dean Street

Weeksville

No evictions
5 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
105-17 34 Avenue

105-17 34 Avenue

North Corona

No evictions
16 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
2285 Ocean Parkway

2285 Ocean Parkway

Sheepshead Bay

No evictions
6 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1368 East 7 Street

1368 East 7 Street

Midwood

1 eviction
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
767 United Nations Plaza
Good cause

767 United Nations Plaza

Turtle Bay

No evictions
9 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
32-31 110 Street

32-31 110 Street

North Corona

No evictions
No open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
41-15 54 Street
Good cause

41-15 54 Street

Woodside

No evictions
22 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
68 Bank Street

68 Bank Street

West Village

No evictions
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
401 East 96 Street

401 East 96 Street

Brownsville

No evictions
5 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
2934 Cruger Avenue

2934 Cruger Avenue

Bronxwood

No evictions
No open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
1325 Crosby Avenue

1325 Crosby Avenue

Schuylerville

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
19 Woodruff Ave
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

19 Woodruff Ave

Prospect Park South

No evictions
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
121 West  136 Street
Good cause

121 West 136 Street

Central Harlem

No evictions
11 open violations
5 litigation cases
No bedbug history
2152 8 Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

2152 8 Avenue

South Harlem

No evictions
18 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
609 East 238 Street

609 East 238 Street

Wakefield

No evictions
136 open violations
5 litigation cases
No bedbug history
1042 Van Duzer Street
Good cause

1042 Van Duzer Street

Grymes Hill

No evictions
1 open violation
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
218 West  104 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

218 West 104 Street

All Upper West Side

No evictions
6 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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