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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 117,829–117,846 of 134,852 pre-war buildings in NYC.

45-36 39 Pl
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

45-36 39 Pl

2.3(3)

Sunnyside

5 evictions
3 open violations
4 litigation cases
No bedbug history
210 West 19 Street
Rent-stabilized

210 West 19 Street

4.5(4)

Chelsea

No evictions
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
61-17 68 Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

61-17 68 Avenue

3.9(3)

Ridgewood

No evictions
13 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
21 Essex Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

21 Essex Street

2.9(3)

Chinatown

No evictions
5 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
911 Nostrand Avenue
Good cause

911 Nostrand Avenue

3.3(3)

Crown Heights

No evictions
1 open violation
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
151 Avenue A
Good cause

151 Avenue A

4.0(3)

East Village

1 eviction
1 open violation
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
8415 4 Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

8415 4 Avenue

2.6(3)

Bay Ridge

3 evictions
47 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
707 Henry Street
Rent-stabilized

707 Henry Street

4.0(3)

Red Hook

No evictions
6 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
88 Starr Street
Good cause

88 Starr Street

1.9(3)

Bushwick

No evictions
12 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
561 West 163 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

561 West 163 Street

3.1(3)

Washington Heights

No evictions
135 open violations
11 litigation cases
No bedbug history
621 West 144 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

621 West 144 Street

3.8(3)

Hamilton Heights

8 evictions
96 open violations
16 litigation cases
No bedbug history
203 Underhill Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

203 Underhill Avenue

3.0(3)

Prospect Heights

No evictions
22 open violations
9 litigation cases
No bedbug history
832 Flatbush Avenue

832 Flatbush Avenue

3.4(3)

Flatbush

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

87 East 4 Street

3.8(3)

East Village

No evictions
14 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1558 York Avenue
Good cause

1558 York Avenue

4.4(3)

Yorkville

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
742 Myrtle Avenue

742 Myrtle Avenue

1.8(3)

Bedford-Stuyvesant

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
67 Pitt Street
Good cause

67 Pitt Street

2.3(3)

Lower East Side

8 evictions
17 open violations
5 litigation cases
No bedbug history
232 East 26 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

232 East 26 Street

3.6(3)

Kips Bay

No evictions
11 open violations
No litigation history
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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