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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 115,453–115,470 of 134,852 pre-war buildings in NYC.

650 Melrose Ave
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

650 Melrose Ave

3.0(4)

Melrose

8 evictions
47 open violations
4 litigation cases
No bedbug history
293 7 Avenue
Rent-stabilized

293 7 Avenue

4.1(4)

Park Slope

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
36-6 30 St
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

36-6 30 St

2.9(4)

Long Island City

3 evictions
4 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
229 West 115 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

229 West 115 Street

3.3(4)

South Harlem

3 evictions
29 open violations
7 litigation cases
No bedbug history
652 West 163 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

652 West 163 Street

2.3(4)

Washington Heights

1 eviction
74 open violations
9 litigation cases
No bedbug history
165 Bleecker Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

165 Bleecker Street

1.6(4)

Greenwich Village

No evictions
29 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
118 West    3 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

118 West 3 Street

3.3(4)

Greenwich Village

No evictions
1 open violation
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
56 Perry Street
Rent-stabilized
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56 Perry Street

4.3(4)

West Village

1 eviction
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
445 East 78 Street

445 East 78 Street

3.8(5)

Lenox Hill

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
7 Ridgewood Place
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7 Ridgewood Place

2.9(4)

Bushwick

No evictions
3 open violations
6 litigation cases
No bedbug history
1541 Williamsbridge Road
Rent-stabilized
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1541 Williamsbridge Road

2.6(4)

Morris Park

No evictions
37 open violations
12 litigation cases
No bedbug history
128 Mac Dougal Street
Rent-stabilized
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128 Mac Dougal Street

3.2(4)

Greenwich Village

No evictions
5 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
222 East 95 Street
Rent-stabilized

222 East 95 Street

2.4(4)

Yorkville

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
600 West  178 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

600 West 178 Street

3.1(4)

Washington Heights

No evictions
No open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
718 Washington Avenue
Good cause

718 Washington Avenue

2.1(4)

Prospect Heights

No evictions
17 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
770 St Nicholas Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

770 St Nicholas Avenue

2.8(4)

Hamilton Heights

4 evictions
79 open violations
9 litigation cases
No bedbug history
1642 Lexington Ave
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

1642 Lexington Ave

4.1(4)

East Harlem

No evictions
5 open violations
5 litigation cases
No bedbug history
509 West 155 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

509 West 155 Street

3.6(4)

Washington Heights

3 evictions
23 open violations
6 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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