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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 115,201–115,218 of 134,852 pre-war buildings in NYC.

2305 2 Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

2305 2 Avenue

3.1(4)

East Harlem

No evictions
91 open violations
9 litigation cases
No bedbug history
339 East 12 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

339 East 12 Street

2.8(4)

East Village

1 eviction
8 open violations
6 litigation cases
No bedbug history
211 Clinton Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

211 Clinton Street

3.2(4)

Cobble Hill

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
3157 Broadway
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

3157 Broadway

3.1(4)

Morningside Heights

No evictions
13 open violations
4 litigation cases
No bedbug history
11 Stanton Street
Good cause

11 Stanton Street

3.8(4)

Lower East Side

No evictions
3 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
1720 2 Avenue
Good cause

1720 2 Avenue

3.1(4)

Yorkville

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
Bedbug history
118 East   31 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

118 East 31 Street

2.8(4)

NoMad

No evictions
10 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
515 West 47 Street
Good cause

515 West 47 Street

4.1(4)

Hell's Kitchen

1 eviction
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1061 St Nicholas Avenue
Rent-stabilized
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1061 St Nicholas Avenue

2.7(5)

Washington Heights

7 evictions
10 open violations
11 litigation cases
No bedbug history
970 Gates Avenue
Good cause

970 Gates Avenue

3.9(4)

Stuyvesant Heights

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
325 1 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

325 1 Street

3.5(4)

Park Slope

No evictions
No open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
419 East   72 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

419 East 72 Street

2.7(4)

Lenox Hill

2 evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
Bedbug history
311 East 105 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

311 East 105 Street

2.8(4)

East Harlem

No evictions
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
181 E Houston St
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

181 E Houston St

4.2(4)

Lower East Side

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
229 W 109 St
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

229 W 109 St

3.2(4)

All Upper West Side

No evictions
25 open violations
10 litigation cases
No bedbug history
656 Hancock Street
Good cause

656 Hancock Street

2.8(4)

Stuyvesant Heights

No evictions
13 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
126 Grattan Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

126 Grattan Street

3.9(4)

East Williamsburg

1 eviction
1 open violation
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
821 West  181 Street
Rent-stabilized

821 West 181 Street

3.1(4)

Hudson Heights

3 evictions
4 open violations
5 litigation cases
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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