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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 50,149–50,166 of 134,852 pre-war buildings in NYC.

638 Faile Street

638 Faile Street

Hunts Point

No evictions
3 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
661 Coney Island Avenue

661 Coney Island Avenue

Ditmas Park

No evictions
7 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
495 Courtlandt Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

495 Courtlandt Avenue

Mott Haven

No evictions
9 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
41 Devoe Street

41 Devoe Street

Williamsburg

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

96 Hewes Street

Williamsburg

No evictions
6 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1015 Lafayette Avenue

1015 Lafayette Avenue

Stuyvesant Heights

1 eviction
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
701 Elton Avenue
Rent-stabilized

701 Elton Avenue

Melrose

6 evictions
123 open violations
5 litigation cases
No bedbug history
313 Bay Ridge Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

313 Bay Ridge Avenue

Bay Ridge

1 eviction
33 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
514 Morgan Avenue

514 Morgan Avenue

East Williamsburg

No evictions
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
737 Hunts Point Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

737 Hunts Point Avenue

Hunts Point

1 eviction
5 open violations
7 litigation cases
No bedbug history
120 East  107 Street

120 East 107 Street

East Harlem

No evictions
15 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
230 1/2 Bergen Street

230 1/2 Bergen Street

Boerum Hill

No evictions
3 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
54-28 63 Place

54-28 63 Place

Maspeth

1 eviction
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
27 Cambridge Place

27 Cambridge Place

Clinton Hill

No evictions
2 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
858 East 223 Street

858 East 223 Street

Wakefield

No evictions
4 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
732 Carroll Street

732 Carroll Street

Park Slope

No evictions
No open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
1269 Evergreen Avenue

1269 Evergreen Avenue

Soundview

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
363 East 155 Street

363 East 155 Street

Melrose

No evictions
1 open violation
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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