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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 131,455–131,472 of 134,852 pre-war buildings in NYC.

214 Mac Dougal Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

214 Mac Dougal Street

2.8(1)

Ocean Hill

2 evictions
49 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
47 Jane Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

47 Jane Street

3.1(1)

West Village

1 eviction
45 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
139 Gates Avenue

139 Gates Avenue

Clinton Hill

No evictions
12 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
82-76 116 St
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

82-76 116 St

4.0(1)

Kew Gardens

No evictions
7 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
309 West  116 Street

309 West 116 Street

4.1(1)

South Harlem

No evictions
2 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
37-46 79 Street
Rent-stabilized

37-46 79 Street

1.0(1)

Jackson Heights

No evictions
19 open violations
4 litigation cases
No bedbug history
203 West   82 Street
Rent-stabilized

203 West 82 Street

3.8(1)

Upper West Side

1 eviction
4 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
141 St Marks Place

141 St Marks Place

1.8(1)

Park Slope

No evictions
12 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
21-06 23 Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

21-06 23 Avenue

4.5(1)

Ditmars-Steinway

1 eviction
2 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
55 1/2 Downing Street

55 1/2 Downing Street

5.0(1)

West Village

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
32-22 41 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

32-22 41 Street

3.5(1)

Astoria

1 eviction
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1645 Putnam Avenue
Good cause

1645 Putnam Avenue

4.1(1)

Ridgewood

No evictions
23 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
254 Devoe Street
Good cause

254 Devoe Street

3.8(1)

East Williamsburg

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
89-12 Francis Lewis Boulevard

89-12 Francis Lewis Boulevard

3.0(1)

Hollis

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
67 St Johns Place
Good cause

67 St Johns Place

4.0(1)

Park Slope

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
69 Eldert St

69 Eldert St

3.1(1)

Bushwick

No evictions
7 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
84-42 102 Avenue

84-42 102 Avenue

1.6(1)

Woodhaven

1 eviction
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
29 2 Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

29 2 Avenue

3.4(1)

East Village

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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