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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 37–54 of 134,853 pre-war buildings in NYC.

90-58 51 Avenue

90-58 51 Avenue

Elmhurst

No evictions
4 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
229 1 Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

229 1 Avenue

East Village

No evictions
1 open violation
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
415 West 47 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

415 West 47 Street

Hell's Kitchen

No evictions
26 open violations
4 litigation cases
No bedbug history
824 Washington Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

824 Washington Avenue

Prospect Heights

No evictions
1 open violation
5 litigation cases
Bedbug history
69 Pineapple Street

69 Pineapple Street

Brooklyn Heights

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
211 Thompson Street
Rent-stabilized

211 Thompson Street

Greenwich Village

1 eviction
5 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
508 Canal Street

508 Canal Street

Tribeca

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
109 Smith St
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

109 Smith St

Boerum Hill

No evictions
7 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
149 1 Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

149 1 Avenue

East Village

1 eviction
4 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
148 Clinton Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

148 Clinton Street

Brooklyn Heights

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
173 West Broadway

173 West Broadway

Tribeca

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
248 Wadsworth Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

248 Wadsworth Avenue

Fort George

1 eviction
42 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
552 West 149 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

552 West 149 Street

Hamilton Heights

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
297 Quincy Street
Good cause

297 Quincy Street

Bedford-Stuyvesant

No evictions
8 open violations
4 litigation cases
No bedbug history
57 East 77 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

57 East 77 Street

Lenox Hill

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
41 Hawthorne Street

41 Hawthorne Street

Prospect Lefferts Gardens

No evictions
13 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
60-51 Putnam Avenue

60-51 Putnam Avenue

Ridgewood

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
358 West 51 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

358 West 51 Street

Hell's Kitchen

3 evictions
39 open violations
5 litigation cases
No bedbug history

What to check before for pre-war buildings 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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