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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 48,601–48,618 of 134,852 pre-war buildings in NYC.

728 Monroe Street

728 Monroe Street

Stuyvesant Heights

1 eviction
1 open violation
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
1320 55 Street

1320 55 Street

Borough Park

No evictions
7 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
19 Essex Street

19 Essex Street

Chinatown

No evictions
3 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
223 Hewes Street

223 Hewes Street

Williamsburg

No evictions
16 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
3701 Harper Avenue

3701 Harper Avenue

Edenwald

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
2046 Madison Avenue

2046 Madison Avenue

Central Harlem

No evictions
10 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
115 West 128 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

115 West 128 Street

Central Harlem

2 evictions
41 open violations
3 litigation cases
Bedbug history
172-34 Brocher Road

172-34 Brocher Road

South Jamaica

1 eviction
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
178-17 132 Avenue

178-17 132 Avenue

Springfield Gardens

No evictions
3 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
278 West 86 Street
Good cause

278 West 86 Street

Upper West Side

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
341 West End Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

341 West End Avenue

Upper West Side

No evictions
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
5212 19 Avenue

5212 19 Avenue

Mapleton

No evictions
16 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
465 Ovington Avenue

465 Ovington Avenue

Bay Ridge

No evictions
No open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
464 East 96 Street

464 East 96 Street

Brownsville

No evictions
1 open violation
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
416 Lafayette Avenue

416 Lafayette Avenue

Bedford-Stuyvesant

No evictions
No open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
426 Rodney Street

426 Rodney Street

Williamsburg

No evictions
18 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
202 Seeley Street
Rent-stabilized

202 Seeley Street

Windsor Terrace

1 eviction
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
917 Onderdonk Avenue

917 Onderdonk Avenue

Ridgewood

No evictions
16 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history

What to check before choosing a pre-war building 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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