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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 115,435–115,452 of 134,852 pre-war buildings in NYC.

87 Vermilyea Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

87 Vermilyea Avenue

1.9(4)

Inwood

No evictions
42 open violations
5 litigation cases
No bedbug history
504 West 167 Street
Rent-stabilized
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504 West 167 Street

4.1(4)

Washington Heights

No evictions
8 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
906 Summit Avenue
Rent-stabilized
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906 Summit Avenue

2.8(4)

Highbridge

No evictions
5 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
203 East 27 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

203 East 27 Street

4.8(4)

Kips Bay

1 eviction
18 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
480 3 Avenue

480 3 Avenue

2.5(4)

Gowanus

No evictions
1 open violation
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
530 Riverside Drive
Rent-stabilized
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530 Riverside Drive

4.4(4)

Morningside Heights

No evictions
1 open violation
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
516 East 79 Street
Rent-stabilized
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516 East 79 Street

4.6(4)

Lenox Hill

5 evictions
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
151-19 34 Avenue
Rent-stabilized
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151-19 34 Avenue

2.7(4)

Murray Hill (Queens)

1 eviction
32 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
306 West 93 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

306 West 93 Street

3.6(4)

Upper West Side

No evictions
31 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
105-05 69 Ave
Rent-stabilized
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105-05 69 Ave

2.0(4)

Forest Hills

1 eviction
1 open violation
11 litigation cases
No bedbug history
338 East 65 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

338 East 65 Street

3.9(4)

Lenox Hill

1 eviction
2 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
328 Eldert Street
Good cause

328 Eldert Street

3.2(4)

Bushwick

1 eviction
3 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
1154 Pacific Street
Rent-stabilized
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1154 Pacific Street

4.0(4)

Crown Heights

No evictions
2 open violations
6 litigation cases
No bedbug history
176 North 8 Street
Rent-stabilized

176 North 8 Street

3.4(4)

Williamsburg

No evictions
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
160 88 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

160 88 Street

2.8(4)

Bay Ridge

No evictions
3 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
17 Pike Street
Rent-stabilized
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17 Pike Street

3.3(4)

Two Bridges

No evictions
6 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
1838 Adam Clayton Powell Jr Boulevard
Rent-stabilized
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1838 Adam Clayton Powell Jr Boulevard

2.7(4)

South Harlem

1 eviction
1 open violation
4 litigation cases
No bedbug history
301 Sterling Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

301 Sterling Street

2.7(4)

Prospect Lefferts Gardens

4 evictions
47 open violations
4 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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