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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 114,049–114,066 of 134,852 pre-war buildings in NYC.

317 Knickerbocker Avenue
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317 Knickerbocker Avenue

3.1(5)

Bushwick

No evictions
8 open violations
4 litigation cases
No bedbug history
62 Patchen Avenue
Rent-stabilized

62 Patchen Avenue

1.6(5)

Stuyvesant Heights

1 eviction
6 open violations
6 litigation cases
No bedbug history
501 West 173 Street
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501 West 173 Street

2.3(5)

Washington Heights

2 evictions
23 open violations
12 litigation cases
Bedbug history
122 Grove Street
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122 Grove Street

3.2(5)

Bushwick

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
2196 Frederick Douglass Boulevard
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2196 Frederick Douglass Boulevard

3.5(5)

South Harlem

No evictions
4 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
245 Mulberry Street
Rent-stabilized
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245 Mulberry Street

3.0(5)

Nolita

2 evictions
5 open violations
4 litigation cases
No bedbug history
900 West End Avenue
Rent-stabilized
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900 West End Avenue

2.7(6)

Upper West Side

No evictions
No open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
39 East 17 Street
Rent-stabilized
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39 East 17 Street

2.3(5)

Prospect Park South

1 eviction
80 open violations
7 litigation cases
No bedbug history
8201 4 Avenue
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8201 4 Avenue

4.0(5)

Bay Ridge

1 eviction
27 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
187 Stanhope Street
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187 Stanhope Street

2.2(5)

Bushwick

No evictions
2 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
413 East 84 Street
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413 East 84 Street

2.0(5)

Yorkville

No evictions
17 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
218 West 16 Street
Rent-stabilized
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218 West 16 Street

3.3(5)

Chelsea

No evictions
No open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
436 East 89 Street
Rent-stabilized
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436 East 89 Street

2.8(5)

Yorkville

1 eviction
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
240 West 15 Street
Rent-stabilized
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240 West 15 Street

4.3(5)

Chelsea

No evictions
8 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
181 Mac Dougal Street
Rent-stabilized
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181 Mac Dougal Street

2.6(5)

Ocean Hill

No evictions
5 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
104 Sullivan St
Rent-stabilized
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104 Sullivan St

2.0(5)

Soho

1 eviction
21 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
2098 8 Avenue

2098 8 Avenue

4.5(5)

South Harlem

2 evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
21-57 33 Street
Rent-stabilized

21-57 33 Street

2.2(5)

Ditmars-Steinway

4 evictions
60 open violations
5 litigation cases
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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