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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 123,445–123,462 of 134,852 pre-war buildings in NYC.

342 West 21 Street
Rent-stabilized

342 West 21 Street

2.5(1)

Chelsea

1 eviction
34 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
55 Clifton Place
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

55 Clifton Place

3.6(1)

Clinton Hill

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
613 East 3 Street

613 East 3 Street

1.1(1)

Kensington

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
14412 34 Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

14412 34 Avenue

4.1(1)

Murray Hill (Queens)

No evictions
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
147 West 78 Street
Good cause

147 West 78 Street

3.9(1)

Upper West Side

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
3340 Ft Independence Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

3340 Ft Independence Street

2.3(1)

Kingsbridge Heights

12 evictions
70 open violations
14 litigation cases
No bedbug history
1878 Bleecker Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

1878 Bleecker Street

2.9(1)

Ridgewood

No evictions
3 open violations
6 litigation cases
No bedbug history
2173 3 Avenue
Good cause

2173 3 Avenue

4.0(1)

East Harlem

No evictions
7 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
160 West 9 Street
Good cause

160 West 9 Street

4.3(1)

Carroll Gardens

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
300 East 52 Street
Good cause

300 East 52 Street

4.8(1)

Turtle Bay

No evictions
11 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
68 West 85 Street

68 West 85 Street

2.3(1)

Upper West Side

No evictions
170 open violations
15 litigation cases
No bedbug history
222 Pacific Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

222 Pacific Street

4.6(1)

Cobble Hill

No evictions
15 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
224 East   89 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

224 East 89 Street

4.0(1)

Yorkville

2 evictions
1 open violation
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
103-12 117 Street

103-12 117 Street

4.6(1)

South Richmond Hill

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
457 West 46 Street
Good cause

457 West 46 Street

4.0(1)

Hell's Kitchen

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

259 West 144 Street

2.0(1)

Central Harlem

10 evictions
24 open violations
8 litigation cases
Bedbug history
402 Franklin Avenue

402 Franklin Avenue

1.1(1)

Bedford-Stuyvesant

No evictions
10 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
616 Nostrand Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

616 Nostrand Avenue

3.1(1)

Crown Heights

No evictions
6 open violations
7 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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