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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 51,283–51,300 of 134,852 pre-war buildings in NYC.

120-40 147 Street

120-40 147 Street

South Jamaica

No evictions
No open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
2433 Throop Avenue

2433 Throop Avenue

Pelham Gardens

No evictions
No open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
949 56 Street

949 56 Street

Borough Park

1 eviction
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
40-21 67 Street
Rent-stabilized

40-21 67 Street

Woodside

1 eviction
7 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
60-23 56 Road

60-23 56 Road

Maspeth

1 eviction
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
954 Lafayette Avenue
Good cause

954 Lafayette Avenue

Stuyvesant Heights

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
77 South 9 Street

77 South 9 Street

Williamsburg

No evictions
33 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
4401 New Utrecht Avenue
Good cause

4401 New Utrecht Avenue

Borough Park

1 eviction
3 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1272 Bay Ridge Avenue

1272 Bay Ridge Avenue

Dyker Heights

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1422 St Marks Avenue

1422 St Marks Avenue

Crown Heights

1 eviction
2 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
400A 13 Street

400A 13 Street

Park Slope

No evictions
8 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
531 Bedford Avenue

531 Bedford Avenue

Williamsburg

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1244 Jefferson Avenue

1244 Jefferson Avenue

Bushwick

1 eviction
7 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
407 Onderdonk Avenue

407 Onderdonk Avenue

Ridgewood

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
109-46 Van Wyck Expressway

109-46 Van Wyck Expressway

South Richmond Hill

No evictions
1 open violation
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
108-43 39 Avenue

108-43 39 Avenue

North Corona

No evictions
7 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
30-62 12 Street

30-62 12 Street

Astoria

No evictions
10 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
71-10 Grand Avenue

71-10 Grand Avenue

Maspeth

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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