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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 121,987–122,004 of 134,852 pre-war buildings in NYC.

250 Crown Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

250 Crown Street

1.7(2)

Crown Heights

32 evictions
30 open violations
30 litigation cases
No bedbug history
1721 Putnam Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

1721 Putnam Avenue

3.2(2)

Ridgewood

No evictions
No open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
150 Milton Street

150 Milton Street

3.8(2)

Greenpoint

No evictions
6 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
369 St Johns Place
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

369 St Johns Place

3.9(2)

Prospect Heights

No evictions
5 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
25 Tennis Ct
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

25 Tennis Ct

3.6(2)

Prospect Park South

6 evictions
74 open violations
27 litigation cases
Bedbug history
421 East 82 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

421 East 82 Street

3.6(2)

Yorkville

No evictions
11 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
480 Lefferts Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

480 Lefferts Avenue

3.8(2)

East Flatbush

2 evictions
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1243 Jefferson Avenue
Good cause

1243 Jefferson Avenue

2.8(2)

Bushwick

1 eviction
1 open violation
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
6 West 87 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

6 West 87 Street

3.8(2)

Upper West Side

No evictions
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
683 Willoughby Avenue

683 Willoughby Avenue

3.2(3)

Stuyvesant Heights

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
654 St Marks Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

654 St Marks Avenue

3.4(2)

Crown Heights

1 eviction
1 open violation
6 litigation cases
No bedbug history
279 Bedford Avenue
Good cause

279 Bedford Avenue

3.2(2)

Williamsburg

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
311 Woodbine Street
Good cause

311 Woodbine Street

3.5(2)

Bushwick

No evictions
1 open violation
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
400 Stanhope Street

400 Stanhope Street

3.6(2)

Bushwick

1 eviction
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
278 St James Place

278 St James Place

2.0(3)

Clinton Hill

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
19-19 Putnam Ave

19-19 Putnam Ave

2.8(2)

Ridgewood

2 evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1814 Avenue N

1814 Avenue N

2.4(2)

Midwood

1 eviction
11 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
145 Montrose Avenue

145 Montrose Avenue

1.4(2)

Williamsburg

No evictions
1 open violation
2 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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