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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 117,433–117,450 of 134,852 pre-war buildings in NYC.

305 East  105 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

305 East 105 Street

2.5(3)

East Harlem

No evictions
31 open violations
5 litigation cases
No bedbug history
102 Ryerson Street

102 Ryerson Street

3.5(3)

Clinton Hill

No evictions
9 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1129 Lexington Avenue
Good cause

1129 Lexington Avenue

3.0(3)

Lenox Hill

No evictions
7 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
346 East 87 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

346 East 87 Street

3.4(4)

Yorkville

1 eviction
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
55 Clinton Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

55 Clinton Street

3.7(3)

Lower East Side

No evictions
6 open violations
4 litigation cases
No bedbug history
179 Stanhope Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

179 Stanhope Street

2.6(3)

Bushwick

No evictions
10 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
907 Broadway
Good cause

907 Broadway

2.3(3)

Bushwick

4 evictions
2 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
208 West 140 Street
Good cause

208 West 140 Street

3.9(3)

Central Harlem

1 eviction
1 open violation
1 litigation case
Bedbug history
2737 Webb Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

2737 Webb Avenue

2.7(3)

Kingsbridge Heights

4 evictions
64 open violations
4 litigation cases
No bedbug history
28 St Marks Avenue

28 St Marks Avenue

3.3(3)

Park Slope

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
504 East 88 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

504 East 88 Street

3.0(3)

Yorkville

1 eviction
30 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
132 Allen Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

132 Allen Street

2.8(2)

Lower East Side

1 eviction
4 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
307 East 78 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

307 East 78 Street

3.7(3)

Lenox Hill

No evictions
6 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
323 East 89 Street
Good cause

323 East 89 Street

4.3(3)

Yorkville

No evictions
1 open violation
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
332 East 53 Street
Rent-stabilized

332 East 53 Street

3.7(3)

Turtle Bay

3 evictions
5 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
666 St Nicholas Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

666 St Nicholas Avenue

2.3(3)

Hamilton Heights

2 evictions
70 open violations
16 litigation cases
No bedbug history
607 Flatbush Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

607 Flatbush Avenue

1.9(4)

Prospect Lefferts Gardens

No evictions
183 open violations
14 litigation cases
No bedbug history
1767 Bedford Ave
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

1767 Bedford Ave

2.5(3)

Prospect Lefferts Gardens

1 eviction
1 open violation
3 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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