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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 50,653–50,670 of 134,852 pre-war buildings in NYC.

292 8 Avenue

292 8 Avenue

Chelsea

No evictions
No open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
108-70 38 Ave

108-70 38 Ave

North Corona

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
4377 Matilda Avenue
Rent-stabilized

4377 Matilda Avenue

Wakefield

2 evictions
12 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1867 Cornelia Street
Good cause

1867 Cornelia Street

Ridgewood

No evictions
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1554 Prospect Place

1554 Prospect Place

Weeksville

No evictions
11 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
1383 Bronx River Avenue

1383 Bronx River Avenue

Soundview

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
114-50 148 Street

114-50 148 Street

South Jamaica

No evictions
8 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
141 Cromwell Avenue

141 Cromwell Avenue

Dongan Hills

No evictions
6 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
89 Central Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

89 Central Avenue

Bushwick

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
70-07 67 Place
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

70-07 67 Place

Glendale

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
4221 Gunther Avenue

4221 Gunther Avenue

Wakefield

No evictions
No open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
34-20 106 Street

34-20 106 Street

North Corona

No evictions
No open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
165 Park Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

165 Park Avenue

Fort Greene

No evictions
4 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
470 76 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

470 76 Street

Bay Ridge

No evictions
6 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
974 Myrtle Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

974 Myrtle Avenue

Stuyvesant Heights

1 eviction
2 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
208 West 133 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

208 West 133 Street

Central Harlem

No evictions
1 open violation
4 litigation cases
No bedbug history
178-37 Anderson Road

178-37 Anderson Road

St. Albans

No evictions
5 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
206 East 118 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

206 East 118 Street

East Harlem

1 eviction
82 open violations
3 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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