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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 50,509–50,526 of 134,852 pre-war buildings in NYC.

250 Etna Street

250 Etna Street

Cypress Hills

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
5919 4 Avenue

5919 4 Avenue

Sunset Park

No evictions
16 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
31-09 21 Ave
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

31-09 21 Ave

Ditmars-Steinway

No evictions
3 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
61-10 Myrtle Avenue

61-10 Myrtle Avenue

Glendale

No evictions
1 open violation
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
755 44 Street

755 44 Street

Sunset Park

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1149 East 92 Street

1149 East 92 Street

Canarsie

No evictions
30 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
14-19 Wheatley Street

14-19 Wheatley Street

Far Rockaway

No evictions
No open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
79 Sunnyside Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

79 Sunnyside Avenue

Cypress Hills

10 evictions
66 open violations
5 litigation cases
No bedbug history
982 Tinton Avenue
Good cause

982 Tinton Avenue

Morrisania

2 evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
86 Visitation Place

86 Visitation Place

Red Hook

No evictions
5 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
852 Driggs Avenue
Good cause

852 Driggs Avenue

Williamsburg

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
32-40 81 Street

32-40 81 Street

Jackson Heights

No evictions
10 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
2061 Nereid Avenue

2061 Nereid Avenue

Woodlawn

No evictions
7 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
725 Prospect Avenue

725 Prospect Avenue

Woodstock

3 evictions
25 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
1209 Rosedale Avenue

1209 Rosedale Avenue

Soundview

1 eviction
5 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
29-20 Gillmore Street

29-20 Gillmore Street

East Elmhurst

No evictions
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
890 Bryant Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

890 Bryant Avenue

Hunts Point

3 evictions
1 open violation
5 litigation cases
No bedbug history
31 Essex Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

31 Essex Street

Lower East Side

1 eviction
76 open violations
4 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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