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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 36,595–36,612 of 134,853 pre-war buildings in NYC.

88-42 85 Street
Good cause

88-42 85 Street

Woodhaven

1 eviction
5 open violations
4 litigation cases
No bedbug history
2159 Story Avenue

2159 Story Avenue

Castle Hill

No evictions
4 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1361 41 Street

1361 41 Street

Borough Park

No evictions
10 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
764 East 46 Street
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764 East 46 Street

East Flatbush

No evictions
3 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
971 68 Street

971 68 Street

Dyker Heights

No evictions
9 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1253 Morrison Avenue

1253 Morrison Avenue

Soundview

No evictions
8 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
2662 Valentine Avenue
Rent-stabilized

2662 Valentine Avenue

Fordham

No evictions
48 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
949 47 Street

949 47 Street

Borough Park

No evictions
9 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1862 Lexington Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

1862 Lexington Avenue

East Harlem

2 evictions
10 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
553 Knickerbocker Avenue

553 Knickerbocker Avenue

Bushwick

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
340 East 5 Street
Rent-stabilized

340 East 5 Street

Kensington

No evictions
47 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
1430 Pacific Street

1430 Pacific Street

Crown Heights

1 eviction
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
531 East 28 Street

531 East 28 Street

Flatbush

No evictions
6 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
59-11 Catalpa Avenue
Rent-stabilized

59-11 Catalpa Avenue

Ridgewood

No evictions
1 open violation
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
95-20 108 Avenue

95-20 108 Avenue

Ozone Park

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
246 East 51 Street
Rent-stabilized

246 East 51 Street

Turtle Bay

3 evictions
11 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
298 Ridgewood Avenue

298 Ridgewood Avenue

Cypress Hills

No evictions
27 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
14-43 29 Avenue

14-43 29 Avenue

Astoria

No evictions
5 open violations
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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