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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 131,239–131,256 of 134,852 pre-war buildings in NYC.

218 Schaefer Street
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218 Schaefer Street

1.5(1)

Bushwick

No evictions
2 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
51 Dean Street

51 Dean Street

2.4(1)

Cobble Hill

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
35-13 Broadway

35-13 Broadway

2.4(1)

Astoria

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
120 Marcus Garvey Boulevard

120 Marcus Garvey Boulevard

3.0(1)

Stuyvesant Heights

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
602 West 178 Street
Rent-stabilized
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602 West 178 Street

3.3(1)

Washington Heights

No evictions
148 open violations
19 litigation cases
Bedbug history
118 Court Street

118 Court Street

3.3(1)

Brooklyn Heights

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
6816 4 Avenue

6816 4 Avenue

3.1(1)

Bay Ridge

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1921 Harman Street

1921 Harman Street

3.6(1)

Ridgewood

1 eviction
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
216 East 17 Street
Rent-stabilized
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216 East 17 Street

4.4(1)

Gramercy Park

1 eviction
12 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
26 Perry Street
Rent-stabilized
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26 Perry Street

2.0(1)

West Village

No evictions
23 open violations
No litigation history
Bedbug history
145 9 Street

145 9 Street

3.9(1)

Gowanus

No evictions
16 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
365 7 Avenue

365 7 Avenue

1.5(1)

Midtown South

No evictions
3 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
141 West 75 Street
Rent-stabilized

141 West 75 Street

5.0(1)

Upper West Side

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
124 32 Street

124 32 Street

1.4(1)

Greenwood

1 eviction
27 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
409 West 52 Street
Rent-stabilized
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409 West 52 Street

3.8(1)

Hell's Kitchen

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1225 Madison Avenue

1225 Madison Avenue

5.0(1)

Carnegie Hill

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
125 Malcolm X Boulevard
Rent-stabilized

125 Malcolm X Boulevard

2.8(1)

Stuyvesant Heights

1 eviction
19 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
409 Edgecombe Avenue

409 Edgecombe Avenue

5.0(1)

Hamilton Heights

1 eviction
96 open violations
11 litigation cases
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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