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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 127,297–127,314 of 134,852 pre-war buildings in NYC.

337 East 22 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

337 East 22 Street

2.1(1)

Gramercy Park

No evictions
4 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
166 Avenue A

166 Avenue A

2.6(1)

East Village

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
688 10 Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

688 10 Avenue

4.3(1)

Hell's Kitchen

No evictions
20 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
281 Ellery Street

281 Ellery Street

3.4(1)

Stuyvesant Heights

No evictions
5 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
278 Knickerbocker Avenue

278 Knickerbocker Avenue

3.8(1)

Bushwick

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
2800 Bainbridge Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

2800 Bainbridge Avenue

4.0(1)

Fordham

1 eviction
2 open violations
7 litigation cases
No bedbug history
101 Lincoln Road
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

101 Lincoln Road

1.5(1)

Prospect Lefferts Gardens

3 evictions
117 open violations
38 litigation cases
No bedbug history
900 East   18 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

900 East 18 Street

3.4(1)

Midwood

3 evictions
93 open violations
8 litigation cases
No bedbug history
32-09 Astoria Boulevard North

32-09 Astoria Boulevard North

4.8(1)

Ditmars-Steinway

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
32 Avenue B
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

32 Avenue B

3.4(1)

East Village

1 eviction
4 open violations
1 litigation case
Bedbug history
32-14 30 Street

32-14 30 Street

3.9(1)

Astoria

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1462 Ovington Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

1462 Ovington Avenue

3.1(1)

Bensonhurst

No evictions
31 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
31-23 32 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

31-23 32 Street

3.8(1)

Astoria

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
2031 Bedford Avenue
Rent-stabilized

2031 Bedford Avenue

2.7(2)

Prospect Lefferts Gardens

No evictions
10 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
103 Joralemon Street
Rent-stabilized

103 Joralemon Street

4.8(1)

Brooklyn Heights

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
171 Ainslie Street
Good cause

171 Ainslie Street

4.0(1)

Williamsburg

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
116-35 224 Street

116-35 224 Street

3.4(1)

Cambria Heights

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
340 Sterling Place
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

340 Sterling Place

2.4(1)

Prospect Heights

No evictions
1 open violation
5 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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