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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 125,461–125,478 of 134,852 pre-war buildings in NYC.

609 West 196 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

609 West 196 Street

3.3(2)

Fort George

2 evictions
65 open violations
12 litigation cases
Bedbug history
25 Avenue A

25 Avenue A

4.3(1)

East Village

No evictions
16 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
176 Meserole Street
Rent-stabilized

176 Meserole Street

4.9(1)

Williamsburg

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
30 Kossuth Place

30 Kossuth Place

3.3(1)

Bushwick

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
169 East   90 Street
Good cause

169 East 90 Street

2.3(1)

Carnegie Hill

1 eviction
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
2349 82 Street

2349 82 Street

3.0(1)

Gravesend

No evictions
1 open violation
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
201 East 22 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

201 East 22 Street

1.0(1)

Gramercy Park

No evictions
1 open violation
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
28 Metropolitan Oval
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

28 Metropolitan Oval

2.0(1)

Parkchester

5 evictions
18 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
776 East 233 Street
Good cause

776 East 233 Street

3.0(1)

Wakefield

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
19 Charlotte Street
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19 Charlotte Street

4.4(1)

Ridgewood

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
235 Clifton Place

235 Clifton Place

1.9(1)

Bedford-Stuyvesant

No evictions
3 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
303 Flatbush Avenue
Good cause

303 Flatbush Avenue

2.6(1)

Prospect Heights

No evictions
5 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
138 Joralemon Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

138 Joralemon Street

4.5(1)

Brooklyn Heights

No evictions
3 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
33-32 29 Street
Rent-stabilized

33-32 29 Street

4.5(1)

Astoria

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
43 Franklin Street

43 Franklin Street

3.0(1)

Greenpoint

No evictions
No open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
411 West 50 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

411 West 50 Street

2.8(1)

Hell's Kitchen

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
286 Onderdonk Avenue
Good cause

286 Onderdonk Avenue

3.1(1)

Ridgewood

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
603 Quincy Street

603 Quincy Street

4.0(1)

Stuyvesant Heights

No evictions
15 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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