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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 124,597–124,614 of 134,852 pre-war buildings in NYC.

286 19 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

286 19 Street

3.4(1)

Greenwood

1 eviction
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
160 11 Street

160 11 Street

4.5(1)

Gowanus

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
242 East 3 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

242 East 3 Street

2.9(1)

East Village

No evictions
No open violations
1 litigation case
Bedbug history
155 West 85 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

155 West 85 Street

4.5(1)

Upper West Side

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
141 West 15 Street
Good cause

141 West 15 Street

4.3(1)

Chelsea

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1661 Lurting Avenue

1661 Lurting Avenue

4.1(1)

Morris Park

1 eviction
9 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
571 West 161 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

571 West 161 Street

1.1(1)

Washington Heights

3 evictions
9 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
145 Rockaway Ave
Rent-stabilized

145 Rockaway Ave

1.5(1)

Ocean Hill

1 eviction
23 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
64-85 Saunders Street
Rent-stabilized

64-85 Saunders Street

2.5(1)

Rego Park

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
255 Flatbush Avenue
Rent-stabilized

255 Flatbush Avenue

5.0(1)

Prospect Heights

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
306 East 180 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

306 East 180 Street

1.4(1)

Tremont

5 evictions
28 open violations
18 litigation cases
No bedbug history
127 East 101 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

127 East 101 Street

2.0(1)

East Harlem

No evictions
8 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
31 Spring Street
Good cause

31 Spring Street

3.6(1)

Nolita

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
327 West 22 Street
Good cause

327 West 22 Street

3.5(1)

Chelsea

No evictions
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
970 Decatur Street

970 Decatur Street

2.8(1)

Bushwick

No evictions
3 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
630 Rugby Road
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

630 Rugby Road

3.5(1)

Ditmas Park

2 evictions
17 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
971 Madison Avenue

971 Madison Avenue

2.3(1)

Lenox Hill

No evictions
No open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
118 West 69 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

118 West 69 Street

4.1(1)

All Upper West Side

No evictions
4 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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