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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 49,267–49,284 of 134,852 pre-war buildings in NYC.

4013 8 Avenue
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4013 8 Avenue

Sunset Park

No evictions
23 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
43-24 43 Street
Rent-stabilized
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43-24 43 Street

Sunnyside

7 evictions
3 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
533 Atlantic Avenue
Rent-stabilized
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533 Atlantic Avenue

Boerum Hill

No evictions
2 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
1922 79 Street

1922 79 Street

Bensonhurst

No evictions
9 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
779 Lexington Avenue

779 Lexington Avenue

Stuyvesant Heights

No evictions
6 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
286 St James Place

286 St James Place

Clinton Hill

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1047 East 227 Street
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1047 East 227 Street

Wakefield

1 eviction
106 open violations
5 litigation cases
No bedbug history
511 Hicks Street

511 Hicks Street

Cobble Hill

No evictions
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
20-27 23 Street

20-27 23 Street

Ditmars-Steinway

2 evictions
5 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
164 Bruckner Avenue

164 Bruckner Avenue

Mariners Harbor

No evictions
No open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
9214 3 Avenue

9214 3 Avenue

Bay Ridge

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
106-55 Union Hall Street

106-55 Union Hall Street

Jamaica

2 evictions
No open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
28 Harman Street

28 Harman Street

Bushwick

No evictions
5 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
59-82 Grand Avenue

59-82 Grand Avenue

Maspeth

No evictions
8 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
118 East 17 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

118 East 17 Street

Gramercy Park

No evictions
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
53-20 94 Street

53-20 94 Street

Elmhurst

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
21 West 95 Street

21 West 95 Street

Upper West Side

No evictions
16 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
134-04 35 Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

134-04 35 Avenue

Flushing

No evictions
60 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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