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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 120,997–121,014 of 134,852 pre-war buildings in NYC.

185 Havemeyer Street

185 Havemeyer Street

2.5(2)

Williamsburg

No evictions
2 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
604 West 162 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

604 West 162 Street

3.5(2)

Washington Heights

3 evictions
18 open violations
7 litigation cases
No bedbug history
889 Clarkson Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

889 Clarkson Avenue

1.4(2)

East Flatbush

7 evictions
67 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
1800 Lexington Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

1800 Lexington Avenue

1.6(2)

East Harlem

No evictions
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
3921 57 St
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

3921 57 St

3.8(2)

Woodside

No evictions
4 open violations
5 litigation cases
No bedbug history
344 Manhattan Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

344 Manhattan Avenue

2.6(2)

South Harlem

No evictions
9 open violations
4 litigation cases
No bedbug history
28 Roebling Street
Good cause

28 Roebling Street

2.4(2)

Williamsburg

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
126 Herkimer Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

126 Herkimer Street

4.0(2)

Bedford-Stuyvesant

No evictions
19 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
611 Argyle Road
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

611 Argyle Road

2.2(2)

Ditmas Park

3 evictions
39 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
343 East   85 Street
Good cause

343 East 85 Street

3.8(3)

Yorkville

No evictions
5 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
172 Prospect Park West
Rent-stabilized

172 Prospect Park West

3.5(3)

Park Slope

No evictions
13 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
236 East 80 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

236 East 80 Street

4.1(2)

Yorkville

1 eviction
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
250 West 99 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

250 West 99 Street

4.1(2)

Upper West Side

No evictions
24 open violations
4 litigation cases
Bedbug history
305 East 92 Street
Good cause

305 East 92 Street

4.3(2)

Yorkville

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
799 Lexington Avenue
Good cause

799 Lexington Avenue

2.9(2)

Lenox Hill

1 eviction
No open violations
1 litigation case
Bedbug history
309 E 81 St
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

309 E 81 St

3.7(2)

Yorkville

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
452 West   57 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

452 West 57 Street

3.8(2)

Hell's Kitchen

1 eviction
30 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
352 East 50 Street
Good cause

352 East 50 Street

4.3(2)

Turtle Bay

No evictions
1 open violation
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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