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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 129,349–129,366 of 134,852 pre-war buildings in NYC.

440 West 45 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

440 West 45 Street

2.8(1)

Hell's Kitchen

No evictions
14 open violations
10 litigation cases
No bedbug history
168 31 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

168 31 Street

2.3(1)

Greenwood

3 evictions
47 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
240 East 32 Street
Rent-stabilized

240 East 32 Street

4.4(1)

Kips Bay

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

703 Sterling Place

4.1(2)

Crown Heights

No evictions
47 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
528 State Street

528 State Street

3.3(1)

Boerum Hill

No evictions
16 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
118 Sterling Place
Rent-stabilized

118 Sterling Place

3.3(1)

Park Slope

No evictions
9 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
211 Jefferson Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

211 Jefferson Avenue

4.4(1)

Bedford-Stuyvesant

No evictions
1 open violation
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
39 West 85 Street

39 West 85 Street

4.3(1)

Upper West Side

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
34-30 81 St

34-30 81 St

3.3(1)

Jackson Heights

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
47-6 88 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

47-6 88 Street

1.6(1)

Elmhurst

9 evictions
74 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
598 East  183 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

598 East 183 Street

2.4(1)

East Tremont

8 evictions
82 open violations
8 litigation cases
Bedbug history
597 4 Avenue
Good cause

597 4 Avenue

2.8(1)

Greenwood

No evictions
6 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
438 West  116 Street
Good cause

438 West 116 Street

4.8(2)

Morningside Heights

No evictions
3 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
288 Clinton Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

288 Clinton Avenue

4.4(2)

Clinton Hill

No evictions
2 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
305 West 114 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

305 West 114 Street

2.8(1)

South Harlem

1 eviction
16 open violations
4 litigation cases
No bedbug history
110 Martense Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

110 Martense Street

2.1(1)

Flatbush

6 evictions
41 open violations
27 litigation cases
No bedbug history
226 Bergen Street

226 Bergen Street

4.8(1)

Boerum Hill

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
14-54 30 Avenue

14-54 30 Avenue

2.6(1)

Astoria

2 evictions
3 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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