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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 397–414 of 134,060 pre-war buildings in NYC.

537 West 148 Street

537 West 148 Street

Hamilton Heights

No evictions
1 open violation
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
147 Meserole Avenue
Rent-stabilized

147 Meserole Avenue

Greenpoint

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
101-32 91 Street

101-32 91 Street

Woodhaven

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
542 Drew Street

542 Drew Street

City Line

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
446 Wyona Street

446 Wyona Street

East New York

No evictions
7 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1117 72 Street
Good cause

1117 72 Street

Dyker Heights

No evictions
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
12 Morton Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

12 Morton Street

West Village

2 evictions
No open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
115-16 200 Street

115-16 200 Street

St. Albans

No evictions
No open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
155 East 188 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

155 East 188 Street

Fordham

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
107-35 Sutphin Boulevard
Good cause

107-35 Sutphin Boulevard

Jamaica

No evictions
4 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
5824 Broadway
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

5824 Broadway

Kingsbridge

No evictions
88 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
2091 Arthur Avenue
Rent-stabilized

2091 Arthur Avenue

East Tremont

1 eviction
2 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
7718 20 Avenue

7718 20 Avenue

Bensonhurst

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
2063 East 14 Street

2063 East 14 Street

Homecrest

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
117-55 140 Street

117-55 140 Street

South Jamaica

2 evictions
30 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
311 East   84 Street
Rent-stabilized

311 East 84 Street

Yorkville

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
85 East Mosholu Parkway North
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

85 East Mosholu Parkway North

Norwood

No evictions
13 open violations
7 litigation cases
No bedbug history
4354 Park Avenue

4354 Park Avenue

East Tremont

1 eviction
39 open violations
5 litigation cases
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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