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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 42,985–43,002 of 134,853 pre-war buildings in NYC.

1491 East New York Avenue

1491 East New York Avenue

Crown Heights

No evictions
69 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
55-06 39 Avenue
Rent-stabilized

55-06 39 Avenue

Woodside

No evictions
51 open violations
4 litigation cases
No bedbug history
117 Bay 34 Street

117 Bay 34 Street

Gravesend

No evictions
12 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
40 South Oxford Street

40 South Oxford Street

Fort Greene

No evictions
32 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1316 73 Street

1316 73 Street

Dyker Heights

No evictions
6 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
23-76 23 Street

23-76 23 Street

Ditmars-Steinway

No evictions
4 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
50 Olive Street

50 Olive Street

East Williamsburg

No evictions
6 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
245 53 Street

245 53 Street

Sunset Park

No evictions
60 open violations
6 litigation cases
No bedbug history
114-37 196 Street

114-37 196 Street

St. Albans

2 evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
719 Shepherd Avenue

719 Shepherd Avenue

East New York

1 eviction
12 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
59-24 Putnam Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

59-24 Putnam Avenue

Ridgewood

1 eviction
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
2655 East 23 Street

2655 East 23 Street

Sheepshead Bay

No evictions
7 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
291 Decatur Street

291 Decatur Street

Stuyvesant Heights

No evictions
No open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
1650 Benson Avenue

1650 Benson Avenue

Bath Beach

No evictions
97 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
247A 7 Street

247A 7 Street

Gowanus

No evictions
13 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
2043 East 52 Street

2043 East 52 Street

Old Mill Basin

1 eviction
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1223 63 Street

1223 63 Street

Borough Park

1 eviction
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
43-24 204 Street

43-24 204 Street

Auburndale

1 eviction
4 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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