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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 128,233–128,250 of 134,852 pre-war buildings in NYC.

179 St James Place

179 St James Place

4.5(1)

Clinton Hill

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
498 5 Avenue

498 5 Avenue

4.6(1)

Park Slope

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
109-30 Merrick Boulevard

109-30 Merrick Boulevard

2.5(1)

Jamaica

No evictions
34 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
461 Chauncey Street
Good cause

461 Chauncey Street

4.1(1)

Ocean Hill

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
47 Driggs Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

47 Driggs Avenue

3.0(1)

Greenpoint

No evictions
5 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
5121 2 Avenue
Good cause

5121 2 Avenue

2.2(1)

Sunset Park

1 eviction
90 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
183 Maujer Street
Good cause

183 Maujer Street

4.1(1)

Williamsburg

1 eviction
4 open violations
4 litigation cases
No bedbug history
182 8 Street

182 8 Street

3.3(1)

Gowanus

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
378 3 Street

378 3 Street

5.0(1)

Park Slope

No evictions
7 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
425 Union Street

425 Union Street

2.8(1)

Carroll Gardens

No evictions
26 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
396 Manhattan Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

396 Manhattan Avenue

2.8(1)

South Harlem

No evictions
17 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
239 East 24 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

239 East 24 Street

4.5(1)

Kips Bay

1 eviction
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
463 West 159 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

463 West 159 Street

3.9(1)

Washington Heights

No evictions
1 open violation
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
326 East 81 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

326 East 81 Street

2.0(1)

Yorkville

2 evictions
2 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
40 Marcy Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

40 Marcy Avenue

1.9(1)

Williamsburg

1 eviction
8 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
261 West 22 Street
Rent-stabilized

261 West 22 Street

3.9(1)

Chelsea

No evictions
3 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
332 East 73 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

332 East 73 Street

4.8(1)

Lenox Hill

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
414A Kosciuszko Street

414A Kosciuszko Street

2.0(1)

Stuyvesant Heights

No evictions
22 open violations
1 litigation case
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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