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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 113,815–113,832 of 134,852 pre-war buildings in NYC.

231 Lexington Avenue
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231 Lexington Avenue

4.0(7)

Kips Bay

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
6 St Nicholas Terrace
Rent-stabilized
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6 St Nicholas Terrace

3.5(6)

West Harlem

No evictions
8 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
221 East 28 Street
Rent-stabilized
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221 East 28 Street

3.3(6)

Kips Bay

No evictions
1 open violation
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
135 Eldridge Street
Rent-stabilized
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135 Eldridge Street

2.8(6)

Lower East Side

No evictions
15 open violations
13 litigation cases
No bedbug history
73 Eastern Parkway
Rent-stabilized
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73 Eastern Parkway

4.0(6)

Prospect Heights

No evictions
80 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
550 Ocean Avenue
Rent-stabilized
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550 Ocean Avenue

3.4(6)

Prospect Park South

4 evictions
21 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
505 Lafayette Avenue
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505 Lafayette Avenue

3.0(6)

Bedford-Stuyvesant

2 evictions
12 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
330 East 65 Street
Rent-stabilized

330 East 65 Street

3.9(6)

Lenox Hill

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
666 Hancock Street
Rent-stabilized
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666 Hancock Street

2.5(6)

Stuyvesant Heights

1 eviction
23 open violations
5 litigation cases
No bedbug history
1471 St Nicholas Avenue
Rent-stabilized
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1471 St Nicholas Avenue

2.6(6)

Fort George

2 evictions
306 open violations
15 litigation cases
No bedbug history
154 West 70 Street
Rent-stabilized
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154 West 70 Street

4.1(7)

All Upper West Side

No evictions
15 open violations
5 litigation cases
No bedbug history
108 East 4 Street
Rent-stabilized
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108 East 4 Street

3.0(6)

East Village

1 eviction
24 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
137 West 137 Street
Rent-stabilized
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137 West 137 Street

2.4(6)

Central Harlem

6 evictions
40 open violations
21 litigation cases
Bedbug history
39 Christopher Street
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39 Christopher Street

4.1(6)

West Village

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
449 West 48 Street
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449 West 48 Street

3.5(6)

Hell's Kitchen

No evictions
3 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
14 West   74 Street
Rent-stabilized
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14 West 74 Street

2.9(6)

Upper West Side

No evictions
12 open violations
5 litigation cases
Bedbug history
207 Madison Street
Rent-stabilized
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207 Madison Street

3.4(6)

Two Bridges

No evictions
13 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
568 Jefferson Avenue

568 Jefferson Avenue

4.5(6)

Stuyvesant Heights

No evictions
No open violations
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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