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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 123,427–123,444 of 134,852 pre-war buildings in NYC.

519 2 Avenue
Rent-stabilized

519 2 Avenue

3.5(1)

Kips Bay

No evictions
1 open violation
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
302 79 St
Rent-stabilized

302 79 St

4.3(1)

Bay Ridge

No evictions
10 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
235 West 13 Street
Rent-stabilized

235 West 13 Street

3.5(1)

West Village

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
182 Hancock Street

182 Hancock Street

4.9(1)

Bedford-Stuyvesant

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
640 East 236 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

640 East 236 Street

2.1(1)

Wakefield

4 evictions
8 open violations
4 litigation cases
No bedbug history
1923 East 15 Street

1923 East 15 Street

4.3(1)

Homecrest

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
460 West 142 Street

460 West 142 Street

4.8(1)

Hamilton Heights

1 eviction
3 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
209 12 Street
Rent-stabilized

209 12 Street

4.1(1)

Gowanus

No evictions
5 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
25-59 Steinway Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

25-59 Steinway Street

1.6(1)

Astoria

1 eviction
6 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
1250 Dekalb Avenue
Good cause

1250 Dekalb Avenue

3.5(1)

Bushwick

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
6830 Ridge Boulevard
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

6830 Ridge Boulevard

2.5(1)

Bay Ridge

No evictions
31 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
2566 Ocean Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

2566 Ocean Avenue

2.4(1)

Homecrest

2 evictions
83 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
572 9 Ave
Good cause

572 9 Ave

3.9(1)

Hell's Kitchen

No evictions
6 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
705 Schenck Avenue

705 Schenck Avenue

1.4(1)

East New York

No evictions
18 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
603 Wyona Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

603 Wyona Street

1.4(1)

East New York

4 evictions
15 open violations
6 litigation cases
No bedbug history
540 West 112 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

540 West 112 Street

4.8(1)

Morningside Heights

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
32 Clifton Place

32 Clifton Place

3.6(1)

Clinton Hill

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
416 West 206 Street

416 West 206 Street

2.8(1)

Inwood

No evictions
18 open violations
13 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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