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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 113,869–113,886 of 134,852 pre-war buildings in NYC.

255 Ft Washington Avenue

255 Ft Washington Avenue

3.7(7)

Washington Heights

No evictions
21 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
930 Dekalb Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

930 Dekalb Avenue

3.9(6)

Stuyvesant Heights

2 evictions
1 open violation
4 litigation cases
No bedbug history
336 East   13 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

336 East 13 Street

3.8(6)

East Village

1 eviction
8 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
53 Pitt Street
Good cause

53 Pitt Street

3.7(6)

Lower East Side

No evictions
4 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
529 East 13 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

529 East 13 Street

3.6(8)

East Village

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
41-15 51 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

41-15 51 Street

4.1(6)

Sunnyside

1 eviction
9 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
135 West 24 Street
Good cause

135 West 24 Street

4.1(6)

Chelsea

No evictions
12 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
609 West 151 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

609 West 151 Street

2.7(6)

Hamilton Heights

6 evictions
65 open violations
20 litigation cases
No bedbug history
194 Scholes Street
Good cause

194 Scholes Street

2.8(6)

Williamsburg

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
179 Orchard St
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

179 Orchard St

3.0(6)

Lower East Side

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
257 Hart Street

257 Hart Street

2.9(6)

Stuyvesant Heights

No evictions
32 open violations
8 litigation cases
No bedbug history
162 West 54 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

162 West 54 Street

3.3(6)

Midtown

No evictions
38 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
131 Starr Street

131 Starr Street

3.1(6)

Bushwick

No evictions
24 open violations
5 litigation cases
No bedbug history
739 Mac Donough Street
Rent-stabilized

739 Mac Donough Street

2.6(7)

Ocean Hill

1 eviction
No open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
193 Bedford Avenue
Good cause

193 Bedford Avenue

3.5(7)

Williamsburg

No evictions
No open violations
7 litigation cases
No bedbug history
224 West 21 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

224 West 21 Street

3.7(6)

Chelsea

No evictions
1 open violation
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
25 Jay Street
Good cause

25 Jay Street

2.4(7)

DUMBO

1 eviction
9 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
284 Powers Street
Good cause

284 Powers Street

3.3(6)

East Williamsburg

No evictions
1 open violation
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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