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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 129,493–129,510 of 134,852 pre-war buildings in NYC.

1106 East 36 Street

1106 East 36 Street

3.0(1)

Midwood

No evictions
4 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
386 5 Avenue

386 5 Avenue

4.0(1)

Park Slope

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
227 President Street
Rent-stabilized

227 President Street

1.9(1)

Carroll Gardens

No evictions
14 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
787 Washington Avenue

787 Washington Avenue

3.8(1)

Crown Heights

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

214 West 116 Street

3.3(1)

South Harlem

1 eviction
8 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
449 Troutman Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

449 Troutman Street

2.0(1)

Bushwick

No evictions
No open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
206 Berkeley Place
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

206 Berkeley Place

4.4(1)

Park Slope

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
405 East   70 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

405 East 70 Street

3.9(1)

Lenox Hill

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
698 Flushing Avenue

698 Flushing Avenue

3.1(1)

Bedford-Stuyvesant

No evictions
6 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
368 West 116 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

368 West 116 Street

3.1(1)

South Harlem

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1663 Nostrand Avenue

1663 Nostrand Avenue

2.6(1)

Flatbush

No evictions
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1265 Olmstead Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

1265 Olmstead Avenue

2.4(1)

Parkchester

10 evictions
65 open violations
11 litigation cases
No bedbug history
3457 73 St
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

3457 73 St

3.9(1)

Jackson Heights

No evictions
285 open violations
11 litigation cases
No bedbug history
236 East 118 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

236 East 118 Street

4.3(1)

East Harlem

No evictions
2 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
33 Catherine Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

33 Catherine Street

2.5(1)

Two Bridges

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1236 Union Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

1236 Union Street

3.5(1)

Crown Heights

1 eviction
21 open violations
5 litigation cases
No bedbug history
1543 West 7 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

1543 West 7 Street

3.5(1)

Bensonhurst

3 evictions
19 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
238 5 Avenue
Rent-stabilized

238 5 Avenue

4.1(1)

Park Slope

1 eviction
39 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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