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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 48,961–48,978 of 134,852 pre-war buildings in NYC.

142 Ross Street

142 Ross Street

Williamsburg

No evictions
16 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1221 Lincoln Place

1221 Lincoln Place

Weeksville

No evictions
8 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
110 East  176 Street
Rent-stabilized

110 East 176 Street

Mt. Hope

6 evictions
2 open violations
10 litigation cases
No bedbug history
30 East 72 Street

30 East 72 Street

Lenox Hill

No evictions
1 open violation
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
203 Wyckoff Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

203 Wyckoff Avenue

Bushwick

No evictions
22 open violations
4 litigation cases
No bedbug history
1954 Amsterdam Avenue
Good cause

1954 Amsterdam Avenue

Washington Heights

1 eviction
4 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
1341 Rosedale Avenue

1341 Rosedale Avenue

Soundview

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
170-10 Liberty Avenue

170-10 Liberty Avenue

St. Albans

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
59 Franklin Avenue

59 Franklin Avenue

New Brighton

No evictions
11 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
114-28 130 Street

114-28 130 Street

South Ozone Park

No evictions
No open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
1006 Bergen Street

1006 Bergen Street

Crown Heights

No evictions
8 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
2317 Gunther Avenue

2317 Gunther Avenue

Pelham Gardens

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
32-51 61 Street

32-51 61 Street

Woodside

No evictions
13 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
405 Montauk Avenue

405 Montauk Avenue

East New York

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
34 Herkimer Street

34 Herkimer Street

Bedford-Stuyvesant

No evictions
3 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
131 Meserole Street

131 Meserole Street

Williamsburg

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
2510 Lurting Avenue

2510 Lurting Avenue

Laconia

No evictions
9 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
445 Putnam Avenue

445 Putnam Avenue

Bedford-Stuyvesant

No evictions
6 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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