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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 4,627–4,644 of 134,853 pre-war buildings in NYC.

225 West 113 Street

225 West 113 Street

South Harlem

No evictions
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
87-11 135 Street

87-11 135 Street

Kew Gardens

No evictions
3 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
658 Leonard Street

658 Leonard Street

Greenpoint

No evictions
7 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
232 Warren Street

232 Warren Street

Cobble Hill

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
40-67 Hampton Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

40-67 Hampton Street

Elmhurst

No evictions
8 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
3638 Olinville Avenue
Good cause

3638 Olinville Avenue

Williamsbridge

No evictions
2 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
225 Euclid Avenue
Good cause

225 Euclid Avenue

Cypress Hills

No evictions
5 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
72-53 Metropolitan Avenue

72-53 Metropolitan Avenue

Middle Village

No evictions
5 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
2062 Morris Avenue
Good cause

2062 Morris Avenue

Tremont

No evictions
4 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
8001 Bay Parkway
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

8001 Bay Parkway

Gravesend

No evictions
1 open violation
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
502 62 Street
Good cause

502 62 Street

Sunset Park

No evictions
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
155 West  162 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

155 West 162 Street

Highbridge

23 evictions
136 open violations
39 litigation cases
No bedbug history
1165 Eastern Parkway
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

1165 Eastern Parkway

Weeksville

2 evictions
41 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
140 East 63 Street

140 East 63 Street

Lenox Hill

2 evictions
1 open violation
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
317 Convent Avenue

317 Convent Avenue

Hamilton Heights

No evictions
14 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
107 Atlantic Avenue

107 Atlantic Avenue

Brooklyn Heights

No evictions
6 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
385 Warwick Street

385 Warwick Street

East New York

No evictions
162 open violations
11 litigation cases
No bedbug history
318 West 20 Street

318 West 20 Street

Chelsea

No evictions
11 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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