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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 119,665–119,682 of 134,852 pre-war buildings in NYC.

21 South William Street

21 South William Street

4.8(2)

Financial District

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

321 East 78 Street

3.9(2)

Lenox Hill

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
65 South 8 Street
Rent-stabilized

65 South 8 Street

2.6(2)

Williamsburg

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
610 West  143 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

610 West 143 Street

3.8(2)

Hamilton Heights

7 evictions
52 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
64 Dupont Street
Rent-stabilized

64 Dupont Street

4.9(2)

Greenpoint

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
482 East 74 Street
Rent-stabilized

482 East 74 Street

4.7(2)

Lenox Hill

No evictions
5 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
328 West 11 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

328 West 11 Street

3.1(2)

West Village

No evictions
57 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
290 Empire Blvd
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

290 Empire Blvd

3.6(2)

Prospect Lefferts Gardens

1 eviction
15 open violations
5 litigation cases
No bedbug history
205 West 20 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

205 West 20 Street

2.5(2)

Chelsea

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
597 Prospect Place
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

597 Prospect Place

2.7(2)

Crown Heights

No evictions
3 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
254 East 56 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

254 East 56 Street

3.3(2)

East Flatbush

3 evictions
92 open violations
9 litigation cases
No bedbug history
333 East 81 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

333 East 81 Street

2.1(2)

Yorkville

No evictions
1 open violation
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
70 Pinehurst Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

70 Pinehurst Avenue

3.6(2)

Hudson Heights

No evictions
1 open violation
4 litigation cases
No bedbug history
100 Stuyvesant Place
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

100 Stuyvesant Place

3.4(2)

Saint George

4 evictions
15 open violations
6 litigation cases
Bedbug history
203 West 111 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

203 West 111 Street

2.9(2)

South Harlem

3 evictions
20 open violations
5 litigation cases
No bedbug history
388 Woodbine Street
Good cause

388 Woodbine Street

2.3(2)

Bushwick

No evictions
68 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
95 Knickerbocker Avenue

95 Knickerbocker Avenue

3.6(2)

East Williamsburg

No evictions
6 open violations
4 litigation cases
No bedbug history
330 East 91 Street
Good cause

330 East 91 Street

4.6(2)

Yorkville

No evictions
No 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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