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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 119,035–119,052 of 134,852 pre-war buildings in NYC.

494 Chauncey Street

494 Chauncey Street

3.6(2)

Ocean Hill

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
48 East 76 Street
Good cause

48 East 76 Street

4.8(2)

Lenox Hill

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
150 Grove Street
Good cause

150 Grove Street

4.4(2)

Bushwick

No evictions
3 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
345 East 5 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

345 East 5 Street

4.3(2)

East Village

No evictions
1 open violation
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
440 East 88 Street
Good cause

440 East 88 Street

3.9(2)

Yorkville

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1195 Greene Avenue

1195 Greene Avenue

2.1(2)

Bushwick

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
205 West 107 Street
Good cause

205 West 107 Street

3.3(2)

All Upper West Side

No evictions
62 open violations
25 litigation cases
No bedbug history
432 West 163 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

432 West 163 Street

2.8(2)

Washington Heights

2 evictions
2 open violations
18 litigation cases
No bedbug history
161 Wilson Avenue

161 Wilson Avenue

3.6(2)

Bushwick

No evictions
1 open violation
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
14 Broadway Terrace
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

14 Broadway Terrace

3.1(2)

Fort George

No evictions
4 open violations
11 litigation cases
No bedbug history
120 East 82 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

120 East 82 Street

4.6(2)

Upper East Side

No evictions
1 open violation
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
129 Menahan Street
Good cause

129 Menahan Street

3.1(2)

Bushwick

No evictions
4 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
28 Tiffany Place
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

28 Tiffany Place

2.6(2)

Columbia St Waterfront District

No evictions
No open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
465 Ocean Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

465 Ocean Avenue

3.8(2)

Flatbush

No evictions
108 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
181 Clarkson Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

181 Clarkson Avenue

2.4(2)

Prospect Lefferts Gardens

7 evictions
16 open violations
4 litigation cases
No bedbug history
608 West 140 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

608 West 140 Street

4.6(3)

Hamilton Heights

No evictions
1 open violation
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
243 West 15 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

243 West 15 Street

2.6(2)

Chelsea

No evictions
8 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
200 West 58 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

200 West 58 Street

2.8(2)

Midtown

4 evictions
1 open violation
7 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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