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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 129,907–129,924 of 134,852 pre-war buildings in NYC.

497 5 Avenue

497 5 Avenue

2.9(1)

Park Slope

No evictions
5 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
106 Jackson Street

106 Jackson Street

3.9(1)

Williamsburg

No evictions
2 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
23-41 21 Street

23-41 21 Street

3.3(1)

Ditmars-Steinway

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
22 Scholes Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

22 Scholes Street

3.1(1)

Williamsburg

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
277 East 10 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

277 East 10 Street

3.0(1)

East Village

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
765 Sterling Pl

765 Sterling Pl

3.4(1)

Crown Heights

No evictions
6 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1235 Union Avenue

1235 Union Avenue

3.3(1)

Morrisania

2 evictions
1 open violation
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
110 Suffolk Street

110 Suffolk Street

1.9(1)

Lower East Side

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
118 Wyckoff Ave

118 Wyckoff Ave

4.8(1)

Bushwick

No evictions
5 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
2436 Marion Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

2436 Marion Avenue

1.9(1)

Fordham

No evictions
154 open violations
14 litigation cases
No bedbug history
45 8 Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

45 8 Avenue

2.5(1)

Park Slope

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

172 West 81 Street

3.2(2)

Upper West Side

No evictions
16 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
4229 18 Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

4229 18 Avenue

3.0(1)

Kensington

3 evictions
56 open violations
20 litigation cases
No bedbug history
506 East 35 Street

506 East 35 Street

2.5(1)

East Flatbush

1 eviction
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
624 West  207 Street

624 West 207 Street

4.4(2)

Inwood

No evictions
3 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
2911 Valentine Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

2911 Valentine Avenue

2.3(1)

Bedford Park

2 evictions
68 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
226 East 39 Street
Rent-stabilized

226 East 39 Street

2.8(1)

East Flatbush

No evictions
12 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
2353 Dean Street

2353 Dean Street

3.3(1)

Crown Heights

No evictions
11 open violations
No litigation history
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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