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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 123,985–124,002 of 134,852 pre-war buildings in NYC.

205 8 Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

205 8 Avenue

3.9(1)

Chelsea

No evictions
3 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
61-58 Linden Street

61-58 Linden Street

1.5(1)

Ridgewood

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
438 Prospect Avenue
Rent-stabilized

438 Prospect Avenue

4.9(1)

Park Slope

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
249 Powers Street
Good cause

249 Powers Street

3.5(1)

East Williamsburg

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
111 Chrystie Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

111 Chrystie Street

3.6(2)

Lower East Side

1 eviction
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
305 East 88 Street

305 East 88 Street

4.4(1)

Yorkville

No evictions
No open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
344 East 61 Street
Good cause

344 East 61 Street

3.5(1)

Lenox Hill

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
453 Milford Street
Good cause

453 Milford Street

1.0(1)

East New York

No evictions
8 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
116 Mac Dougal Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

116 Mac Dougal Street

4.0(1)

Greenwich Village

1 eviction
19 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
720 Liberty Avenue
Rent-stabilized

720 Liberty Avenue

5.0(1)

East New York

No evictions
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
817 West End Avenue
Rent-stabilized

817 West End Avenue

4.9(1)

Upper West Side

1 eviction
15 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
387 8 Avenue
Good cause

387 8 Avenue

5.0(1)

Chelsea

2 evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1215 Bergen Street

1215 Bergen Street

4.9(1)

Crown Heights

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
32-15 35 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

32-15 35 Street

1.9(1)

Astoria

2 evictions
7 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
780 Putnam Avenue

780 Putnam Avenue

1.8(1)

Stuyvesant Heights

No evictions
4 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
303 West 116 Street

303 West 116 Street

1.8(1)

South Harlem

No evictions
4 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
418 East 78 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

418 East 78 Street

2.4(1)

Lenox Hill

No evictions
No open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
96 Rockwell Place

96 Rockwell Place

4.3(1)

Fort Greene

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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