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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 126,541–126,558 of 134,852 pre-war buildings in NYC.

1183 Putnam Avenue

1183 Putnam Avenue

4.4(1)

Bushwick

No evictions
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
2016 Himrod Street
Good cause

2016 Himrod Street

3.3(1)

Ridgewood

2 evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
417 East   72 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

417 East 72 Street

2.3(1)

Lenox Hill

No evictions
1 open violation
5 litigation cases
No bedbug history
239 East 14 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

239 East 14 Street

3.4(1)

Gramercy Park

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
2538 Mickle Avenue

2538 Mickle Avenue

1.6(1)

Pelham Gardens

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
390 East    8 Street
Rent-stabilized

390 East 8 Street

3.4(1)

East Village

No evictions
105 open violations
8 litigation cases
No bedbug history
130 East 12 Street

130 East 12 Street

3.6(1)

East Village

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
137 E 35 St

137 E 35 St

3.3(1)

Murray Hill

No evictions
3 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
374 Harman Street

374 Harman Street

2.8(1)

Bushwick

1 eviction
3 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
2095 Cruger Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

2095 Cruger Avenue

2.5(1)

Pelham Parkway

9 evictions
10 open violations
4 litigation cases
No bedbug history
1251 Webster Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

1251 Webster Avenue

2.4(1)

Concourse

8 evictions
2 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
313 Van Buren Street
Good cause

313 Van Buren Street

3.3(1)

Stuyvesant Heights

No evictions
2 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
2350 Cambreleng Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

2350 Cambreleng Avenue

3.5(1)

Belmont

4 evictions
88 open violations
6 litigation cases
No bedbug history
551 Henry Street

551 Henry Street

2.8(1)

Carroll Gardens

No evictions
4 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
772 Amsterdam Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

772 Amsterdam Avenue

2.5(1)

Upper West Side

No evictions
4 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
48 Graham Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

48 Graham Avenue

2.0(1)

Williamsburg

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1716 Menahan Street

1716 Menahan Street

4.5(1)

Ridgewood

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
86 West  119 Street
Rent-stabilized

86 West 119 Street

4.5(1)

South Harlem

No evictions
1 open violation
13 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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