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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 50,707–50,724 of 134,852 pre-war buildings in NYC.

612 Woodward Avenue

612 Woodward Avenue

Ridgewood

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
109-16 133 Street

109-16 133 Street

South Richmond Hill

No evictions
3 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
94-37 115 Street

94-37 115 Street

Richmond Hill

No evictions
8 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1711 St Johns Place

1711 St Johns Place

Crown Heights

No evictions
16 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
80 Orange Street
Good cause

80 Orange Street

Brooklyn Heights

No evictions
5 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
535 West 156 Street
Rent-stabilized

535 West 156 Street

Washington Heights

2 evictions
5 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
4443 Carpenter Avenue
Rent-stabilized

4443 Carpenter Avenue

Wakefield

1 eviction
25 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
30-83 44 Street

30-83 44 Street

Astoria

No evictions
2 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
37 Furman Avenue

37 Furman Avenue

Bushwick

No evictions
5 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
2738 East 28 Street

2738 East 28 Street

Sheepshead Bay

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
2044 Newbold Avenue

2044 Newbold Avenue

Parkchester

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1254 Decatur Street
Good cause

1254 Decatur Street

Bushwick

No evictions
6 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
132 Wooster Street
Good cause

132 Wooster Street

Soho

No evictions
No open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
433 East 141 Street

433 East 141 Street

North New York

No evictions
20 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
505 West 149 Street

505 West 149 Street

Hamilton Heights

No evictions
17 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
511 West 173 Street
Good cause

511 West 173 Street

Washington Heights

No evictions
4 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
193-32 Foothill Avenue

193-32 Foothill Avenue

Jamaica Estates

No evictions
116 open violations
4 litigation cases
No bedbug history
142-4 Laburnum Avenue

142-4 Laburnum Avenue

East Flushing

No evictions
3 open violations
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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