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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 131,059–131,076 of 134,852 pre-war buildings in NYC.

82 East 7 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

82 East 7 Street

3.5(2)

East Village

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1867 Troutman Street
Rent-stabilized

1867 Troutman Street

1.5(1)

Ridgewood

No evictions
11 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
53 Lispenard Street

53 Lispenard Street

4.3(1)

Tribeca

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
332 East 90 Street
Rent-stabilized

332 East 90 Street

2.3(1)

Yorkville

1 eviction
8 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
479 Warren Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

479 Warren Street

4.8(1)

Boerum Hill

No evictions
2 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
1081 Mace Avenue

1081 Mace Avenue

2.0(1)

Laconia

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
37 Orchard Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

37 Orchard Street

3.3(1)

Chinatown

No evictions
12 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
146 Wyckoff Avenue
Good cause

146 Wyckoff Avenue

5.0(1)

Bushwick

No evictions
5 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
161 East 206 Street
Rent-stabilized
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161 East 206 Street

2.0(1)

Bedford Park

4 evictions
42 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
48-50 44 Street
Rent-stabilized

48-50 44 Street

4.0(1)

Sunnyside

No evictions
3 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
68-43 Burns Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

68-43 Burns Street

4.9(1)

Forest Hills

1 eviction
3 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
407 East   77 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

407 East 77 Street

4.3(1)

Lenox Hill

2 evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
275 West 22 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

275 West 22 Street

3.0(1)

Chelsea

No evictions
1 open violation
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
430 61 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

430 61 Street

1.5(1)

Sunset Park

No evictions
39 open violations
8 litigation cases
No bedbug history
2528 Hughes Avenue

2528 Hughes Avenue

4.5(1)

Fordham

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
108 Ellwood Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

108 Ellwood Street

2.8(1)

Fort George

No evictions
55 open violations
25 litigation cases
No bedbug history
2243 1 Avenue
Good cause

2243 1 Avenue

1.0(1)

East Harlem

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
27-24 23 Street
Rent-stabilized

27-24 23 Street

4.3(1)

Astoria

No evictions
2 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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