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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 117,055–117,072 of 134,852 pre-war buildings in NYC.

222 East 18 Street

222 East 18 Street

4.0(5)

Gramercy Park

No evictions
6 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
119 Post Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

119 Post Avenue

2.8(3)

Inwood

No evictions
1 open violation
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
2084 Creston Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

2084 Creston Avenue

1.6(3)

Tremont

15 evictions
63 open violations
29 litigation cases
No bedbug history
173 Starr Street
Good cause

173 Starr Street

2.8(3)

Bushwick

No evictions
4 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
474 West 150 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

474 West 150 Street

3.8(3)

Hamilton Heights

No evictions
2 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
417 East 64 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

417 East 64 Street

4.4(3)

Lenox Hill

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
641 Central Avenue
Good cause

641 Central Avenue

2.0(3)

Bushwick

No evictions
7 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
228 Metropolitan Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

228 Metropolitan Avenue

3.1(4)

Williamsburg

No evictions
20 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
520 West 218 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

520 West 218 Street

3.5(3)

Inwood

1 eviction
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
25-63 42 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

25-63 42 Street

4.3(3)

Astoria

2 evictions
21 open violations
6 litigation cases
No bedbug history
568 Vanderbilt Avenue
Rent-stabilized

568 Vanderbilt Avenue

2.5(4)

Prospect Heights

No evictions
21 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
1734 Menahan Street

1734 Menahan Street

3.7(3)

Ridgewood

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
159 South 2 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

159 South 2 Street

3.6(3)

Williamsburg

No evictions
17 open violations
5 litigation cases
Bedbug history
720 Greenwich Street
Rent-stabilized

720 Greenwich Street

4.9(3)

West Village

1 eviction
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1816 George Street
Good cause

1816 George Street

3.5(3)

Ridgewood

1 eviction
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1869 Madison Street

1869 Madison Street

3.7(3)

Ridgewood

No evictions
4 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
332 East 91 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

332 East 91 Street

3.4(4)

Yorkville

2 evictions
22 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
439 Jefferson Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

439 Jefferson Avenue

3.1(3)

Stuyvesant Heights

No evictions
17 open violations
1 litigation case
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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