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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 36,937–36,954 of 134,853 pre-war buildings in NYC.

170 East 92 Street

170 East 92 Street

Carnegie Hill

No evictions
No open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
475 Marion Street

475 Marion Street

Ocean Hill

1 eviction
28 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
220-22 Hempstead Avenue

220-22 Hempstead Avenue

Queens Village

No evictions
4 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1775 57 Street
Rent-stabilized

1775 57 Street

Borough Park

No evictions
4 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
31-13 86 Street

31-13 86 Street

Jackson Heights

No evictions
11 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
11-37 Nameoke Street

11-37 Nameoke Street

Far Rockaway

No evictions
15 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1285 Westchester Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

1285 Westchester Avenue

Crotona Park East

3 evictions
2 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
1056 Morris Avenue

1056 Morris Avenue

Concourse

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
164 35 Street

164 35 Street

Greenwood

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
679 East 43 Street

679 East 43 Street

East Flatbush

No evictions
No open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
734 St Nicholas Avenue

734 St Nicholas Avenue

Hamilton Heights

No evictions
4 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
222 West  138 Street

222 West 138 Street

Central Harlem

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
Bedbug history
44 West 73 Street
Good cause

44 West 73 Street

Upper West Side

No evictions
12 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
108 Madison Street
Good cause

108 Madison Street

Two Bridges

No evictions
19 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
2031 Nostrand Avenue

2031 Nostrand Avenue

Flatbush

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
190 Avenue U

190 Avenue U

Gravesend

2 evictions
5 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
389 East 138 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

389 East 138 Street

Mott Haven

2 evictions
1 open violation
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
1204 40 Street

1204 40 Street

Borough Park

No evictions
16 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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