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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 34,291–34,308 of 134,852 pre-war buildings in NYC.

3031 Young Avenue

3031 Young Avenue

Laconia

No evictions
6 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
6605 17 Avenue
Rent-stabilized

6605 17 Avenue

Bensonhurst

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
80 Amity Street
Good cause

80 Amity Street

Cobble Hill

No evictions
6 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
135 Kingsley Avenue

135 Kingsley Avenue

Port Richmond

No evictions
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1132 Fteley Avenue

1132 Fteley Avenue

Soundview

No evictions
19 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1211 Liberty Avenue

1211 Liberty Avenue

City Line

No evictions
4 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
139-55 87 Avenue

139-55 87 Avenue

Briarwood

No evictions
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1857 Colden Avenue

1857 Colden Avenue

Morris Park

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
2142 Frederick Douglass Boulevard

2142 Frederick Douglass Boulevard

South Harlem

No evictions
38 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
1420 Taylor Avenue

1420 Taylor Avenue

Parkchester

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
35-25 78 Street

35-25 78 Street

Jackson Heights

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
664 Pennsylvania Avenue

664 Pennsylvania Avenue

East New York

No evictions
5 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
151 West 120 Street

151 West 120 Street

South Harlem

No evictions
9 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
82 Van Duzer Street

82 Van Duzer Street

Tompkinsville

No evictions
13 open violations
7 litigation cases
No bedbug history
26-14 18 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

26-14 18 Street

Astoria

No evictions
22 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
1260 Bay Ridge Avenue

1260 Bay Ridge Avenue

Dyker Heights

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
224 Sackett Street

224 Sackett Street

Carroll Gardens

No evictions
14 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1531 68 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

1531 68 Street

Bensonhurst

No evictions
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history

What to check before choosing a pre-war building 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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