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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 49,411–49,428 of 134,852 pre-war buildings in NYC.

114-60 211 Street

114-60 211 Street

Cambria Heights

No evictions
No open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
27-12 Gillmore Street

27-12 Gillmore Street

East Elmhurst

No evictions
4 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
7214 21 Avenue

7214 21 Avenue

Bensonhurst

No evictions
3 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
127 Tompkins Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

127 Tompkins Avenue

Bedford-Stuyvesant

1 eviction
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
106 Rogers Avenue

106 Rogers Avenue

Crown Heights

No evictions
16 open violations
4 litigation cases
No bedbug history
45-39 40 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

45-39 40 Street

Sunnyside

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
352 East 53 Street

352 East 53 Street

East Flatbush

No evictions
11 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
176 West 137 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

176 West 137 Street

Central Harlem

No evictions
239 open violations
6 litigation cases
No bedbug history
136 Avenue C
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

136 Avenue C

East Village

2 evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1828 67 Street

1828 67 Street

Bensonhurst

No evictions
5 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
686 Beck Street
Good cause

686 Beck Street

Woodstock

9 evictions
45 open violations
10 litigation cases
No bedbug history
318 Warren Street

318 Warren Street

Cobble Hill

No evictions
1 open violation
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
380 Macon Street

380 Macon Street

Stuyvesant Heights

No evictions
2 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
2613 Grand Avenue

2613 Grand Avenue

University Heights

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
347 East 76 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

347 East 76 Street

Lenox Hill

1 eviction
3 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
140 Kent Street
Rent-stabilized

140 Kent Street

Greenpoint

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
111-19 112 Street

111-19 112 Street

South Richmond Hill

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
721 Hendrix Street

721 Hendrix Street

East New York

No evictions
1 open violation
2 litigation cases
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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