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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 7,831–7,848 of 134,853 pre-war buildings in NYC.

140 West 123 Street

140 West 123 Street

South Harlem

No evictions
22 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
446 East 4 Street

446 East 4 Street

Kensington

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1324 Forest Avenue

1324 Forest Avenue

Port Richmond

No evictions
1 open violation
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
863 47 Street

863 47 Street

Sunset Park

No evictions
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
86 Ryerson Street

86 Ryerson Street

Clinton Hill

No evictions
16 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1937 Madison Avenue

1937 Madison Avenue

South Harlem

No evictions
6 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
409 Milford Street

409 Milford Street

East New York

1 eviction
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
196 Lenox Avenue
Good cause

196 Lenox Avenue

South Harlem

No evictions
2 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
565A East 26 Street

565A East 26 Street

Flatbush

No evictions
41 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
4754 Richardson Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

4754 Richardson Avenue

Woodlawn

2 evictions
22 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
559 West  189 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

559 West 189 Street

Fort George

4 evictions
13 open violations
7 litigation cases
No bedbug history
82 Prospect Place
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

82 Prospect Place

Park Slope

No evictions
19 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1403 Townsend Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

1403 Townsend Avenue

Concourse

No evictions
11 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
32-47 82 Street

32-47 82 Street

Jackson Heights

No evictions
14 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
693 Quincy Street

693 Quincy Street

Stuyvesant Heights

No evictions
5 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
41 Bruckner Boulevard
Good cause

41 Bruckner Boulevard

Mott Haven

No evictions
20 open violations
6 litigation cases
No bedbug history
1694 East 49 Street

1694 East 49 Street

Flatlands

4 evictions
32 open violations
7 litigation cases
No bedbug history
647 Grand Street

647 Grand Street

Williamsburg

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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