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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 117,991–118,008 of 134,852 pre-war buildings in NYC.

27-10 Newtown Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

27-10 Newtown Avenue

4.4(2)

Astoria

1 eviction
2 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
6 Jones Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

6 Jones Street

3.6(2)

West Village

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
145 West 58 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

145 West 58 Street

4.4(2)

Midtown

No evictions
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1011 Pacific Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

1011 Pacific Street

2.7(2)

Crown Heights

No evictions
3 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
237 Sullivan Place
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

237 Sullivan Place

3.2(2)

Crown Heights

3 evictions
19 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
170 72 Street
Rent-stabilized

170 72 Street

2.8(2)

Bay Ridge

No evictions
86 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
199 2 Avenue
Rent-stabilized

199 2 Avenue

3.5(2)

East Village

No evictions
8 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
774 Union Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

774 Union Street

3.5(2)

Park Slope

No evictions
1 open violation
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
211 E 60 St
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

211 E 60 St

3.1(2)

Lenox Hill

No evictions
3 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
257 Varet Street
Good cause

257 Varet Street

2.5(2)

East Williamsburg

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
319 East 78 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

319 East 78 Street

3.9(2)

Lenox Hill

1 eviction
17 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
29-06 21 Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

29-06 21 Avenue

3.6(2)

Ditmars-Steinway

1 eviction
1 open violation
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
399 Chauncey Street
Good cause

399 Chauncey Street

2.6(2)

Stuyvesant Heights

No evictions
No open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
25-41 44 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

25-41 44 Street

3.1(2)

Astoria

2 evictions
5 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
2104 Bronx Park East
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

2104 Bronx Park East

2.8(2)

Pelham Parkway

24 evictions
241 open violations
21 litigation cases
No bedbug history
798 St Johns Place

798 St Johns Place

3.5(2)

Crown Heights

No evictions
38 open violations
9 litigation cases
No bedbug history
537 West   49 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

537 West 49 Street

3.2(2)

Hell's Kitchen

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
201 1 Avenue
Good cause

201 1 Avenue

3.6(2)

East Village

No evictions
1 open violation
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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