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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 122,851–122,868 of 134,852 pre-war buildings in NYC.

45-21 79 Street

45-21 79 Street

4.8(1)

Elmhurst

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1391 2 Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

1391 2 Avenue

1.5(1)

Lenox Hill

2 evictions
3 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
3904 5 Avenue

3904 5 Avenue

2.0(1)

Sunset Park

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
505 Eastern Parkway
Good cause

505 Eastern Parkway

3.4(1)

Crown Heights

No evictions
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
3322 Bouck Avenue

3322 Bouck Avenue

1.1(1)

Laconia

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
206 West 133 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

206 West 133 Street

2.8(1)

Central Harlem

2 evictions
27 open violations
7 litigation cases
No bedbug history
123 West 78 Street
Good cause

123 West 78 Street

2.0(1)

Upper West Side

No evictions
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
227 Troutman Street

227 Troutman Street

3.6(1)

Bushwick

No evictions
15 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
348 E 81 St
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

348 E 81 St

4.0(1)

Yorkville

No evictions
3 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
832 Manhattan Avenue

832 Manhattan Avenue

2.6(1)

Greenpoint

No evictions
No open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
554 West 173 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

554 West 173 Street

3.1(1)

Washington Heights

No evictions
10 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
133 West 116 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

133 West 116 Street

2.3(1)

South Harlem

No evictions
41 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
142 Franklin Street

142 Franklin Street

4.0(1)

Greenpoint

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
662 6 Avenue
Rent-stabilized

662 6 Avenue

5.0(1)

Greenwood

No evictions
16 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
686 Jefferson Avenue

686 Jefferson Avenue

3.4(1)

Stuyvesant Heights

No evictions
1 open violation
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
2224 42 Street
Good cause

2224 42 Street

3.5(2)

Ditmars-Steinway

No evictions
3 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
2160 84 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

2160 84 Street

1.9(1)

Bensonhurst

3 evictions
44 open violations
2 litigation cases
Bedbug history
217 Court Street
Good cause

217 Court Street

2.8(1)

Cobble Hill

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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