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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 6,013–6,030 of 134,853 pre-war buildings in NYC.

99 Franklin St

99 Franklin St

Greenpoint

No evictions
4 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
409 West 125 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

409 West 125 Street

West Harlem

2 evictions
22 open violations
5 litigation cases
No bedbug history
60 St Johns Place
Good cause

60 St Johns Place

Park Slope

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1155 Lenox Road

1155 Lenox Road

Brownsville

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
232 Van Buren Street

232 Van Buren Street

Stuyvesant Heights

No evictions
5 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1595 President Street

1595 President Street

Weeksville

No evictions
15 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
766 Belmont Avenue

766 Belmont Avenue

East New York

No evictions
4 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
205 Audubon Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

205 Audubon Avenue

Washington Heights

2 evictions
79 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
268 West 21 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

268 West 21 Street

Chelsea

No evictions
13 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1858 Watson Avenue

1858 Watson Avenue

Soundview

No evictions
5 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
171 East   92 Street
Good cause

171 East 92 Street

Carnegie Hill

1 eviction
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
663 New Jersey Avenue

663 New Jersey Avenue

East New York

No evictions
6 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
5519 7 Avenue
Rent-stabilized

5519 7 Avenue

Sunset Park

No evictions
7 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
217 East 12 Street

217 East 12 Street

East Village

No evictions
6 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1916 Edison Avenue
Good cause

1916 Edison Avenue

Pelham Bay

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
147-61 Arlington Terrace

147-61 Arlington Terrace

Jamaica

No evictions
1 open violation
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
92-37 173 Street

92-37 173 Street

Jamaica

No evictions
5 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
315 Melrose Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

315 Melrose Street

Bushwick

1 eviction
1 open violation
1 litigation case
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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