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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 115,831–115,848 of 134,852 pre-war buildings in NYC.

127 South 2 Street

127 South 2 Street

3.4(3)

Williamsburg

No evictions
9 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
130 India Street

130 India Street

2.2(3)

Greenpoint

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
105 Winthrop Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

105 Winthrop Street

3.3(3)

Prospect Lefferts Gardens

2 evictions
17 open violations
9 litigation cases
No bedbug history
85-55 Chevy Chase Street

85-55 Chevy Chase Street

2.5(3)

Jamaica Estates

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
93 Perry Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

93 Perry Street

3.5(3)

West Village

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

200 Scholes Street

3.6(3)

Williamsburg

No evictions
3 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
29 Clinton Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

29 Clinton Street

2.5(3)

Lower East Side

1 eviction
9 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
114 8 Ave
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

114 8 Ave

3.1(3)

Chelsea

No evictions
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
2272 University Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

2272 University Avenue

2.5(3)

University Heights

8 evictions
85 open violations
23 litigation cases
No bedbug history
503 West 43 Street
Good cause

503 West 43 Street

3.5(3)

Hell's Kitchen

No evictions
2 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
100 West 118 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

100 West 118 Street

3.3(3)

South Harlem

9 evictions
45 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
113 Christopher Street
Good cause

113 Christopher Street

2.9(3)

West Village

No evictions
No open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
351 Wadsworth Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

351 Wadsworth Avenue

3.2(3)

Fort George

1 eviction
5 open violations
8 litigation cases
No bedbug history
162 Halsey Street
Good cause

162 Halsey Street

3.8(3)

Bedford-Stuyvesant

No evictions
8 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
566 Lorimer Street
Rent-stabilized

566 Lorimer Street

3.7(3)

Williamsburg

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
686 East 234 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

686 East 234 Street

2.0(3)

Wakefield

18 evictions
159 open violations
42 litigation cases
No bedbug history
574 West 161 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

574 West 161 Street

2.1(3)

Washington Heights

1 eviction
No open violations
24 litigation cases
No bedbug history
373 Monroe Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

373 Monroe Street

2.0(3)

Bedford-Stuyvesant

1 eviction
16 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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