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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 121,681–121,698 of 134,852 pre-war buildings in NYC.

81 Central Avenue

81 Central Avenue

2.8(2)

Bushwick

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
161 West 16 Street
Rent-stabilized

161 West 16 Street

4.1(3)

Chelsea

No evictions
3 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
226 West 144 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

226 West 144 Street

2.0(2)

Central Harlem

No evictions
6 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
1131 Longfellow Avenue
Good cause

1131 Longfellow Avenue

1.3(2)

Crotona Park East

No evictions
27 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
554 Court Street

554 Court Street

4.1(2)

Carroll Gardens

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
268 West 12 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

268 West 12 Street

2.6(2)

West Village

No evictions
13 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
303 East   91 Street
Rent-stabilized

303 East 91 Street

4.5(2)

Yorkville

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
208 Franklin Street
Good cause

208 Franklin Street

4.2(2)

Greenpoint

1 eviction
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
605 Woodward Avenue
Good cause

605 Woodward Avenue

2.8(2)

Ridgewood

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
679 Sterling Place
Good cause

679 Sterling Place

3.2(2)

Crown Heights

1 eviction
1 open violation
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
159 Bleecker Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

159 Bleecker Street

3.4(2)

Greenwich Village

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
631 East 6 Street
Good cause

631 East 6 Street

1.6(2)

East Village

No evictions
3 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
32-44 30 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

32-44 30 Street

4.9(2)

Astoria

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
32 Broome St

32 Broome St

3.6(2)

Greenpoint

No evictions
15 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
385 Prospect Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

385 Prospect Avenue

3.5(2)

Park Slope

No evictions
2 open violations
4 litigation cases
No bedbug history
292 Midwood Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

292 Midwood Street

2.8(4)

Prospect Lefferts Gardens

1 eviction
34 open violations
10 litigation cases
No bedbug history
164 South 3 Street

164 South 3 Street

4.1(2)

Williamsburg

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
43-08 40 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

43-08 40 Street

3.6(2)

Sunnyside

3 evictions
187 open violations
6 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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