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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 118,675–118,692 of 134,852 pre-war buildings in NYC.

423 16 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

423 16 Street

2.6(2)

Park Slope

No evictions
4 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
180 Malcolm X Boulevard
Good cause

180 Malcolm X Boulevard

3.4(2)

Stuyvesant Heights

1 eviction
1 open violation
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
161 Havemeyer Street
Rent-stabilized

161 Havemeyer Street

3.1(2)

Williamsburg

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
145 West  138 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

145 West 138 Street

2.5(2)

Central Harlem

4 evictions
19 open violations
7 litigation cases
No bedbug history
368 Leonard Street

368 Leonard Street

3.9(2)

Williamsburg

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
370 Bedford Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

370 Bedford Avenue

3.7(2)

Williamsburg

2 evictions
30 open violations
2 litigation cases
Bedbug history
162 East 23 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

162 East 23 Street

3.2(2)

Gramercy Park

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
73 Thompson Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

73 Thompson Street

2.8(2)

Soho

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
406 East 83 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

406 East 83 Street

2.0(2)

Yorkville

No evictions
15 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
50 Mac Donough Street
Good cause

50 Mac Donough Street

4.1(2)

Bedford-Stuyvesant

No evictions
11 open violations
4 litigation cases
No bedbug history
229 East 18 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

229 East 18 Street

2.6(2)

Prospect Park South

4 evictions
808 open violations
23 litigation cases
No bedbug history
23-35 29 Avenue
Good cause

23-35 29 Avenue

1.9(2)

Astoria

No evictions
576 open violations
6 litigation cases
No bedbug history
1272 Decatur Street
Good cause

1272 Decatur Street

1.6(2)

Bushwick

No evictions
9 open violations
6 litigation cases
No bedbug history
9 4 Place
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

9 4 Place

2.7(2)

Carroll Gardens

No evictions
4 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
565 West 188 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

565 West 188 Street

2.6(2)

Fort George

No evictions
1 open violation
12 litigation cases
No bedbug history
813 St Nicholas Avenue
Good cause

813 St Nicholas Avenue

4.7(2)

Hamilton Heights

No evictions
5 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
378 3 Avenue

378 3 Avenue

3.6(2)

Kips Bay

2 evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
56 7 Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

56 7 Avenue

4.3(2)

West Village

No evictions
4 open violations
2 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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