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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 127,261–127,278 of 134,852 pre-war buildings in NYC.

235A Lexington Avenue

235A Lexington Avenue

4.1(1)

Bedford-Stuyvesant

No evictions
4 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
603 Academy Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

603 Academy Street

1.6(1)

Inwood

5 evictions
71 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
390 East  204 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

390 East 204 Street

2.0(1)

Norwood

5 evictions
8 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1020 3 Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

1020 3 Avenue

3.5(1)

Lenox Hill

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
32-79 30 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

32-79 30 Street

4.8(2)

Astoria

No evictions
2 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
7303 14 Avenue

7303 14 Avenue

4.6(1)

Bensonhurst

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
540 Manhattan Ave
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

540 Manhattan Ave

3.5(1)

South Harlem

5 evictions
12 open violations
9 litigation cases
No bedbug history
453 West 144 Street

453 West 144 Street

1.1(1)

Hamilton Heights

No evictions
5 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
2200 Walton Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

2200 Walton Avenue

1.5(1)

Tremont

No evictions
14 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
181 Vermilyea Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

181 Vermilyea Avenue

1.8(1)

Inwood

5 evictions
44 open violations
6 litigation cases
No bedbug history
153 President Street

153 President Street

4.6(1)

Carroll Gardens

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
856 Greene Avenue

856 Greene Avenue

2.8(1)

Stuyvesant Heights

No evictions
42 open violations
5 litigation cases
No bedbug history
21 Bennett Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

21 Bennett Avenue

Hudson Heights

1 eviction
9 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
77 Bay 7 Street
Rent-stabilized

77 Bay 7 Street

4.5(1)

Bath Beach

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1273 Rogers Avenue
Good cause

1273 Rogers Avenue

3.4(1)

Flatbush

No evictions
4 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
745 Fox Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

745 Fox Street

4.3(1)

Woodstock

13 evictions
2 open violations
10 litigation cases
No bedbug history
50 Mott Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

50 Mott Street

4.8(1)

Chinatown

No evictions
1 open violation
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
1110 Anderson Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

1110 Anderson Avenue

2.3(1)

Highbridge

6 evictions
13 open violations
7 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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