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Pre-war buildings in NYC

This page provides a comprehensive overview of pre-war buildings in NYC, with over 134,060+ 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 34,633–34,650 of 134,060 pre-war buildings in NYC.

67 East 236 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

67 East 236 Street

Woodlawn

1 eviction
107 open violations
4 litigation cases
No bedbug history
2559 Briggs Avenue

2559 Briggs Avenue

Fordham

1 eviction
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1824 76 Street

1824 76 Street

Bensonhurst

1 eviction
1 open violation
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
30-57 84 Street

30-57 84 Street

Jackson Heights

No evictions
8 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
705 Woodward Avenue

705 Woodward Avenue

Ridgewood

No evictions
16 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1556 Glover Street

1556 Glover Street

Westchester Square

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
952A Mcdonald Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

952A Mcdonald Avenue

Kensington

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
815 Cleveland Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

815 Cleveland Street

East New York

2 evictions
6 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
2109 Virgil Place

2109 Virgil Place

Castle Hill

No evictions
33 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
2337 Ellis Avenue

2337 Ellis Avenue

Westchester Village

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
76-21 85 Drive

76-21 85 Drive

Woodhaven

No evictions
11 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1485 Nelson Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

1485 Nelson Avenue

Highbridge

No evictions
2 open violations
4 litigation cases
No bedbug history
732 East 187 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

732 East 187 Street

Belmont

2 evictions
11 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
47 Ludlow Street
Good cause

47 Ludlow Street

Lower East Side

1 eviction
19 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
73-20 71 Street

73-20 71 Street

Glendale

No evictions
8 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
294 East 98 Street

294 East 98 Street

Brownsville

No evictions
12 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
100-33 205 Street

100-33 205 Street

Hollis

No evictions
11 open violations
5 litigation cases
No bedbug history
158-07 84 Drive

158-07 84 Drive

Jamaica Hills

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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