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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 130,393–130,410 of 134,852 pre-war buildings in NYC.

4330 44 Street
Rent-stabilized

4330 44 Street

1.9(1)

Sunnyside

1 eviction
7 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
58-89 54 Street
Good cause

58-89 54 Street

2.0(1)

Maspeth

2 evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
121 Hancock Street

121 Hancock Street

4.8(1)

Bedford-Stuyvesant

No evictions
3 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
263 West   15 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

263 West 15 Street

3.0(1)

Chelsea

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
8524 5 Avenue
Good cause

8524 5 Avenue

1.9(1)

Bay Ridge

No evictions
8 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
804 Lenox Road

804 Lenox Road

3.3(1)

East Flatbush

1 eviction
62 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
8785 Bay 16 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

8785 Bay 16 Street

4.8(1)

Bath Beach

No evictions
4 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
244 Knickerbocker Avenue
Good cause

244 Knickerbocker Avenue

4.3(1)

Bushwick

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
2155 Mohegan Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

2155 Mohegan Avenue

2.1(1)

West Farms

3 evictions
81 open violations
33 litigation cases
No bedbug history
40 Thayer Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

40 Thayer Street

1.6(1)

Fort George

7 evictions
79 open violations
5 litigation cases
No bedbug history
11-36 31 Avenue

11-36 31 Avenue

2.5(1)

Astoria

No evictions
5 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
255 West 139 Street
Good cause

255 West 139 Street

3.4(1)

Central Harlem

No evictions
10 open violations
5 litigation cases
No bedbug history
50 East 196 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

50 East 196 Street

3.8(1)

Fordham

4 evictions
4 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
966 East 241 Street

966 East 241 Street

3.4(1)

Woodlawn

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
2714 Bedford Avenue

2714 Bedford Avenue

2.3(1)

Ditmas Park

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
118-65 Metropolitan Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

118-65 Metropolitan Avenue

2.6(1)

Kew Gardens

3 evictions
97 open violations
6 litigation cases
Bedbug history
489 Columbus Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

489 Columbus Avenue

2.3(1)

Upper West Side

1 eviction
28 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
155 Henry Street

155 Henry Street

4.5(1)

Two Bridges

1 eviction
16 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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