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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 117,577–117,594 of 134,852 pre-war buildings in NYC.

43 Cumberland Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

43 Cumberland Street

3.0(3)

Fort Greene

No evictions
2 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
338 West 47 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

338 West 47 Street

2.8(3)

Hell's Kitchen

No evictions
9 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
275 East 10 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

275 East 10 Street

4.0(3)

East Village

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
215 Maujer Street
Good cause

215 Maujer Street

3.5(3)

Williamsburg

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
974 St Marks Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

974 St Marks Avenue

3.6(3)

Crown Heights

No evictions
20 open violations
5 litigation cases
No bedbug history
42 Palmetto Street
Good cause

42 Palmetto Street

4.6(3)

Bushwick

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
25 Clinton Street
Good cause

25 Clinton Street

3.7(3)

Lower East Side

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
52 Ludlow Street

52 Ludlow Street

4.8(3)

Lower East Side

No evictions
7 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
171 East 74 Street
Good cause

171 East 74 Street

2.1(3)

Lenox Hill

1 eviction
1 open violation
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
403 East 77 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

403 East 77 Street

1.8(3)

Lenox Hill

No evictions
1 open violation
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
28-27 37 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

28-27 37 Street

4.5(3)

Astoria

No evictions
10 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
188 Norfolk Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

188 Norfolk Street

3.4(3)

Lower East Side

1 eviction
No open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
110 West 96 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

110 West 96 Street

3.8(3)

Upper West Side

No evictions
1 open violation
4 litigation cases
No bedbug history
350 East 89 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

350 East 89 Street

3.3(3)

Yorkville

No evictions
28 open violations
5 litigation cases
No bedbug history
612 West 137 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

612 West 137 Street

3.3(3)

Hamilton Heights

1 eviction
1 open violation
5 litigation cases
No bedbug history
164 West 141 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

164 West 141 Street

1.8(3)

Central Harlem

9 evictions
119 open violations
10 litigation cases
No bedbug history
795 Grand Street

795 Grand Street

3.3(3)

Williamsburg

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
570 West  204 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

570 West 204 Street

2.9(3)

Inwood

2 evictions
141 open violations
12 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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