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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 130,771–130,788 of 134,852 pre-war buildings in NYC.

870 Jefferson Avenue

870 Jefferson Avenue

4.9(1)

Stuyvesant Heights

No evictions
7 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
249 East Kingsbridge Road
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

249 East Kingsbridge Road

1.9(1)

Fordham

3 evictions
9 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
339 East 6 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

339 East 6 Street

3.9(1)

East Village

No evictions
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
140-71 Ash Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

140-71 Ash Avenue

1.9(1)

East Flushing

1 eviction
193 open violations
8 litigation cases
No bedbug history
235 East 196 Street
Good cause

235 East 196 Street

1.1(1)

Fordham

No evictions
531 open violations
23 litigation cases
No bedbug history
300 Suydam Street
Rent-stabilized

300 Suydam Street

3.9(1)

Bushwick

No evictions
10 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
1441 York Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

1441 York Avenue

2.6(1)

Lenox Hill

No evictions
3 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
432 West 49 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

432 West 49 Street

2.0(1)

Hell's Kitchen

1 eviction
21 open violations
7 litigation cases
No bedbug history
70 Decatur Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

70 Decatur Street

2.9(1)

Bedford-Stuyvesant

4 evictions
1 open violation
4 litigation cases
No bedbug history
2758 Cruger Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

2758 Cruger Avenue

1.6(1)

Bronxwood

1 eviction
75 open violations
13 litigation cases
No bedbug history
277 Manhattan Avenue

277 Manhattan Avenue

2.4(1)

Williamsburg

No evictions
9 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
68 East 79 Street
Good cause

68 East 79 Street

2.4(1)

Lenox Hill

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
211 Bedford Park Boulevard
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

211 Bedford Park Boulevard

2.1(1)

Bedford Park

2 evictions
37 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
249 Withers Street

249 Withers Street

3.6(1)

Williamsburg

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
569 West 192 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

569 West 192 Street

3.1(1)

Fort George

2 evictions
40 open violations
13 litigation cases
No bedbug history
254 92 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

254 92 Street

4.6(1)

Bay Ridge

No evictions
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
37-14 Astoria Boulevard South

37-14 Astoria Boulevard South

3.9(1)

Astoria

No evictions
6 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
353 Amsterdam Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

353 Amsterdam Avenue

4.1(1)

Upper West Side

No evictions
No 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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