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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 124,147–124,164 of 134,852 pre-war buildings in NYC.

43-28 40 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

43-28 40 Street

3.2(1)

Sunnyside

No evictions
8 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1862 Greene Avenue

1862 Greene Avenue

4.6(1)

Ridgewood

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1155 Fteley Avenue
Rent-stabilized

1155 Fteley Avenue

4.6(1)

Soundview

No evictions
No open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
31-80 44 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

31-80 44 Street

5.0(1)

Astoria

1 eviction
3 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
253 East 93 Street

253 East 93 Street

1.3(1)

Brownsville

No evictions
8 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1123 Sutter Avenue
Good cause

1123 Sutter Avenue

1.6(1)

East New York

1 eviction
16 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
210 Columbia Heights
Rent-stabilized

210 Columbia Heights

3.1(1)

Brooklyn Heights

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
2271 Adam Clayton Powell Jr Boulevard
Good cause

2271 Adam Clayton Powell Jr Boulevard

3.1(1)

Central Harlem

No evictions
3 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
865 Montgomery Street

865 Montgomery Street

5.0(1)

Weeksville

No evictions
91 open violations
7 litigation cases
No bedbug history
318 East  117 Street
Good cause

318 East 117 Street

4.9(1)

East Harlem

No evictions
3 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
239 Troy Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

239 Troy Avenue

1.6(1)

Weeksville

No evictions
95 open violations
12 litigation cases
No bedbug history
107 East   89 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

107 East 89 Street

2.4(1)

Carnegie Hill

No evictions
2 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
396 Montgomery Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

396 Montgomery Street

1.9(1)

Crown Heights

3 evictions
65 open violations
8 litigation cases
No bedbug history
211 Madison Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

211 Madison Street

3.8(1)

Two Bridges

No evictions
3 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
196 13 Street

196 13 Street

4.8(1)

Gowanus

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
327 Nostrand Avenue

327 Nostrand Avenue

1.3(1)

Bedford-Stuyvesant

1 eviction
22 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
232 West 136 Street

232 West 136 Street

3.9(1)

Central Harlem

No evictions
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
7311 4 Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

7311 4 Avenue

1.5(1)

Bay Ridge

No evictions
23 open violations
3 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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