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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 120,565–120,582 of 134,852 pre-war buildings in NYC.

213 East 118 Street
Good cause

213 East 118 Street

2.6(2)

East Harlem

No evictions
1 open violation
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
250 Hawthorne Street
Rent-stabilized
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250 Hawthorne Street

3.3(2)

Prospect Lefferts Gardens

6 evictions
52 open violations
7 litigation cases
No bedbug history
1144 Stratford Avenue
Rent-stabilized
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1144 Stratford Avenue

1.9(2)

Soundview

6 evictions
25 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
156 Grand St
Rent-stabilized
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156 Grand St

3.0(2)

Williamsburg

No evictions
49 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
405 East 51 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

405 East 51 Street

4.1(2)

Turtle Bay

No evictions
2 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
198 Utica Avenue

198 Utica Avenue

3.1(2)

Weeksville

No evictions
No open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
29 West 119 Street

29 West 119 Street

3.6(2)

South Harlem

No evictions
1 open violation
9 litigation cases
No bedbug history
344 West 12 Street

344 West 12 Street

4.1(2)

West Village

No evictions
7 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
220 Madison Avenue
Rent-stabilized

220 Madison Avenue

2.4(2)

Midtown South

No evictions
5 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
433 West 45 Street
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433 West 45 Street

2.6(2)

Hell's Kitchen

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
523A East 85 Street
Rent-stabilized
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523A East 85 Street

3.6(2)

Yorkville

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
441 West 151 Street

441 West 151 Street

4.7(2)

Hamilton Heights

No evictions
29 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
306 West 75 Street
Rent-stabilized
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306 West 75 Street

4.3(2)

Upper West Side

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1689 Sterling Place
Rent-stabilized
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1689 Sterling Place

2.8(2)

Weeksville

No evictions
4 open violations
5 litigation cases
No bedbug history
139 Henry Street

139 Henry Street

4.9(2)

Brooklyn Heights

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
312 South 4 Street
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312 South 4 Street

3.9(2)

Williamsburg

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
515 West 171 Street
Rent-stabilized
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515 West 171 Street

3.3(2)

Washington Heights

5 evictions
97 open violations
19 litigation cases
No bedbug history
313 West 47 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

313 West 47 Street

4.6(2)

Hell's Kitchen

1 eviction
1 open violation
5 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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