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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 117,217–117,234 of 134,852 pre-war buildings in NYC.

282 Himrod Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

282 Himrod Street

2.8(3)

Bushwick

No evictions
20 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
203 W 19 St
Rent-stabilized
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203 W 19 St

3.7(3)

Chelsea

No evictions
75 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
214 East 122 Street
Rent-stabilized
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214 East 122 Street

2.8(3)

East Harlem

4 evictions
72 open violations
21 litigation cases
No bedbug history
521 West 175 Street
Rent-stabilized
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521 West 175 Street

3.2(3)

Washington Heights

1 eviction
5 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
350 Audubon Avenue
Rent-stabilized
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350 Audubon Avenue

2.4(3)

Fort George

1 eviction
52 open violations
7 litigation cases
No bedbug history
555 W 160 St
Rent-stabilized
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555 W 160 St

3.3(3)

Washington Heights

2 evictions
33 open violations
6 litigation cases
No bedbug history
1219 Union Street
Rent-stabilized
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1219 Union Street

4.3(3)

Crown Heights

No evictions
28 open violations
5 litigation cases
No bedbug history
43-39 42 Street
Rent-stabilized
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43-39 42 Street

1.8(3)

Sunnyside

No evictions
21 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
794 9 Avenue
Rent-stabilized
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794 9 Avenue

2.5(3)

Hell's Kitchen

No evictions
11 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
140 Ralph Avenue
Rent-stabilized
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140 Ralph Avenue

3.2(3)

Stuyvesant Heights

No evictions
1 open violation
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
323 Melrose Street

323 Melrose Street

3.2(4)

Bushwick

No evictions
4 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
515 W 158 St
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515 W 158 St

2.2(3)

Washington Heights

No evictions
9 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
51 West 86 Street
Rent-stabilized
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51 West 86 Street

2.6(3)

Upper West Side

2 evictions
3 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
1069 Bedford Avenue
Rent-stabilized
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1069 Bedford Avenue

3.0(3)

Bedford-Stuyvesant

No evictions
5 open violations
1 litigation case
Bedbug history
415 E 72 St
Rent-stabilized
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415 E 72 St

3.9(3)

Lenox Hill

1 eviction
16 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
304 West 21 Street
Rent-stabilized
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304 West 21 Street

3.5(4)

Chelsea

No evictions
4 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
55 East Houston Street
Rent-stabilized
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55 East Houston Street

3.6(3)

Nolita

1 eviction
33 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
19 Henry Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

19 Henry Street

2.6(4)

Two Bridges

No evictions
88 open violations
7 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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