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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 114,931–114,948 of 134,852 pre-war buildings in NYC.

591 Ocean Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

591 Ocean Avenue

2.0(4)

Flatbush

4 evictions
20 open violations
8 litigation cases
Bedbug history
48 West 138 Street
Rent-stabilized

48 West 138 Street

3.5(4)

Central Harlem

2 evictions
26 open violations
6 litigation cases
No bedbug history
25 Jones Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

25 Jones Street

4.3(4)

West Village

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1014 Park Place
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

1014 Park Place

3.2(4)

Crown Heights

No evictions
7 open violations
8 litigation cases
No bedbug history
416 West 49 Street
Good cause

416 West 49 Street

3.2(4)

Hell's Kitchen

No evictions
3 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
840 Hart Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

840 Hart Street

1.9(4)

Bushwick

No evictions
35 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1708 Summerfield Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

1708 Summerfield Street

2.1(4)

Ridgewood

No evictions
65 open violations
18 litigation cases
No bedbug history
184 1 Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

184 1 Avenue

2.7(4)

East Village

1 eviction
3 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
119 East 97 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

119 East 97 Street

2.3(4)

Carnegie Hill

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
47-40 41 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

47-40 41 Street

4.0(4)

Sunnyside

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
137 21 Street
Rent-stabilized

137 21 Street

3.0(4)

Greenwood

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
336 Canal Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

336 Canal Street

2.8(4)

Tribeca

No evictions
15 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
34-50 29 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

34-50 29 Street

4.2(4)

Astoria

No evictions
4 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
501 West 140 Street
Good cause

501 West 140 Street

3.7(4)

Hamilton Heights

No evictions
No open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
131 Avenue A
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

131 Avenue A

2.7(4)

East Village

No evictions
21 open violations
9 litigation cases
No bedbug history
319 E 25 St
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

319 E 25 St

3.1(4)

Kips Bay

No evictions
44 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
449 West 44 Street
Good cause

449 West 44 Street

4.2(4)

Hell's Kitchen

1 eviction
No open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
1687 Gates Avenue
Good cause

1687 Gates Avenue

3.2(4)

Ridgewood

No evictions
6 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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