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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 6,985–7,002 of 134,853 pre-war buildings in NYC.

544 West 147 Street

544 West 147 Street

Hamilton Heights

No evictions
6 open violations
No litigation history
Bedbug history
91-18 43 Avenue
Rent-stabilized

91-18 43 Avenue

Elmhurst

No evictions
87 open violations
5 litigation cases
No bedbug history
127 Guernsey Street
Good cause

127 Guernsey Street

Greenpoint

No evictions
1 open violation
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
379 Sackett Street

379 Sackett Street

Carroll Gardens

No evictions
4 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
2130 Chatterton Avenue

2130 Chatterton Avenue

Castle Hill

1 eviction
10 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
30-10 45 Street

30-10 45 Street

Astoria

No evictions
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
314 Pleasant Avenue

314 Pleasant Avenue

East Harlem

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
769 East 224 Street
Rent-stabilized

769 East 224 Street

Wakefield

5 evictions
7 open violations
14 litigation cases
No bedbug history
13 Cooper Street

13 Cooper Street

Bushwick

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1541 Mayflower Avenue

1541 Mayflower Avenue

Schuylerville

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
61-20 Palmetto Street
Rent-stabilized

61-20 Palmetto Street

Ridgewood

No evictions
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
70 Broad Street

70 Broad Street

Clifton

No evictions
3 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
672 East 42 Street

672 East 42 Street

East Flatbush

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1585 West 10 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

1585 West 10 Street

Bensonhurst

4 evictions
19 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
85 Autumn Avenue

85 Autumn Avenue

Cypress Hills

No evictions
9 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
287 East 34 Street

287 East 34 Street

East Flatbush

1 eviction
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
355 Linden Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

355 Linden Street

Bushwick

No evictions
6 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
413 6 Street

413 6 Street

Park Slope

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
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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