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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 38,539–38,556 of 134,853 pre-war buildings in NYC.

20 Lefferts Place
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20 Lefferts Place

Clinton Hill

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
2364 Adam Clayton Powell Jr Boulevard
Rent-stabilized

2364 Adam Clayton Powell Jr Boulevard

Central Harlem

No evictions
No open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
5122 Avenue S

5122 Avenue S

Flatlands

1 eviction
3 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
664 Sheffield Avenue

664 Sheffield Avenue

East New York

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
853 Putnam Avenue
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853 Putnam Avenue

Stuyvesant Heights

No evictions
1 open violation
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
1658 St Johns Place
Rent-stabilized
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1658 St Johns Place

Weeksville

1 eviction
13 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
121 West 79 Street
Rent-stabilized
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121 West 79 Street

Upper West Side

No evictions
6 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
189 Spring Street
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189 Spring Street

Soho

No evictions
4 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
73-1 Central Avenue
Rent-stabilized
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73-1 Central Avenue

Glendale

No evictions
8 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
138-35 78 Avenue

138-35 78 Avenue

Kew Gardens Hills

No evictions
5 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
375 Putnam Avenue
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375 Putnam Avenue

Bedford-Stuyvesant

No evictions
9 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
218 9 Street

218 9 Street

Gowanus

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1051 Duncan Street

1051 Duncan Street

Williamsbridge

No evictions
7 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
2923 O'Neill Place

2923 O'Neill Place

Pelham Gardens

No evictions
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
362 57 Street

362 57 Street

Sunset Park

No evictions
11 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
142 Highland Place

142 Highland Place

Cypress Hills

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
428 East 134 Street

428 East 134 Street

North New York

No evictions
4 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
5 West 120 Street

5 West 120 Street

South Harlem

No evictions
6 open violations
1 litigation case
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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