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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 36,775–36,792 of 134,853 pre-war buildings in NYC.

397 State Street

397 State Street

Boerum Hill

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
89-23 181 Street

89-23 181 Street

Hollis

No evictions
5 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
347 65 Street

347 65 Street

Bay Ridge

No evictions
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
4622 8 Avenue

4622 8 Avenue

Sunset Park

No evictions
13 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
673 Pennsylvania Avenue

673 Pennsylvania Avenue

East New York

No evictions
29 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
611 East 178 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

611 East 178 Street

East Tremont

No evictions
4 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
10-10 37 Avenue

10-10 37 Avenue

Long Island City

No evictions
3 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
214 Audubon Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

214 Audubon Avenue

Washington Heights

5 evictions
10 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1254 Herkimer Street

1254 Herkimer Street

Ocean Hill

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
78-13 91 Avenue

78-13 91 Avenue

Woodhaven

No evictions
No open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
89-50A 146 Street
Good cause

89-50A 146 Street

Jamaica

1 eviction
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
18 Brevoort Place
Good cause

18 Brevoort Place

Bedford-Stuyvesant

No evictions
14 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
1349 54 Street
Rent-stabilized

1349 54 Street

Borough Park

No evictions
8 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
638 Decatur Street

638 Decatur Street

Ocean Hill

No evictions
No open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
825 East 231 Street

825 East 231 Street

Wakefield

No evictions
6 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
45-34 44 Street

45-34 44 Street

Sunnyside

No evictions
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
72 St Nicholas Avenue
Rent-stabilized

72 St Nicholas Avenue

Bushwick

No evictions
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
13 West 129 Street

13 West 129 Street

Central Harlem

No evictions
6 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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