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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 48,835–48,852 of 134,852 pre-war buildings in NYC.

1061 Underhill Avenue

1061 Underhill Avenue

Soundview

No evictions
13 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
205 Sumpter Street
Rent-stabilized

205 Sumpter Street

Stuyvesant Heights

No evictions
265 open violations
8 litigation cases
No bedbug history
665 Marcy Avenue

665 Marcy Avenue

Bedford-Stuyvesant

No evictions
7 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
254 Hewes Street

254 Hewes Street

Williamsburg

No evictions
16 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
2078 East 28 Street

2078 East 28 Street

Madison

No evictions
17 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
261 Elm Street

261 Elm Street

West Brighton

No evictions
8 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1261 Commonwealth Avenue

1261 Commonwealth Avenue

Soundview

No evictions
6 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
45 St Johns Place
Good cause

45 St Johns Place

Park Slope

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
3017 Riverdale Avenue
Rent-stabilized

3017 Riverdale Avenue

Spuyten Duyvil

No evictions
27 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
53 East 64 Street

53 East 64 Street

Lenox Hill

No evictions
13 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
2236 Light Street

2236 Light Street

Eastchester

1 eviction
185 open violations
12 litigation cases
No bedbug history
739 Church Avenue

739 Church Avenue

Kensington

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
134 Franklin Street

134 Franklin Street

Greenpoint

No evictions
4 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
459 East 45 Street
Rent-stabilized

459 East 45 Street

East Flatbush

No evictions
90 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
905 40 Street
Rent-stabilized

905 40 Street

Borough Park

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
104-03 189 Street

104-03 189 Street

St. Albans

No evictions
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
166 Columbia Heights
Good cause

166 Columbia Heights

Brooklyn Heights

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
90-15 179 Street

90-15 179 Street

Jamaica

No evictions
No open violations
1 litigation case
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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