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Pre-war buildings in NYC

This page provides a comprehensive overview of pre-war buildings in NYC, with over 134,060+ 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 132,265–132,282 of 134,060 pre-war buildings in NYC.

122 31 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

122 31 Street

2.6(1)

Greenwood

1 eviction
6 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
116 Sherman Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

116 Sherman Avenue

3.0(1)

Inwood

1 eviction
4 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
301 Stanhope Street

301 Stanhope Street

3.8(1)

Bushwick

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
242 10 Street
Good cause

242 10 Street

4.4(1)

Gowanus

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
191 Henry Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

191 Henry Street

3.9(1)

Two Bridges

No evictions
8 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
1954 Unionport Road
Rent-stabilized

1954 Unionport Road

1.6(1)

Van Nest

6 evictions
51 open violations
14 litigation cases
No bedbug history
87-72 112 Street

87-72 112 Street

5.0(1)

Richmond Hill

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
171 East 96 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

171 East 96 Street

1.4(1)

Brownsville

No evictions
15 open violations
10 litigation cases
No bedbug history
651 West 171 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

651 West 171 Street

4.0(1)

Washington Heights

5 evictions
7 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
200 8 Avenue

200 8 Avenue

5.0(1)

Chelsea

No evictions
15 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
161 East   88 Street
Rent-stabilized

161 East 88 Street

4.5(1)

Carnegie Hill

1 eviction
5 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
100-01 Metropolitan Avenue

100-01 Metropolitan Avenue

1.0(1)

Forest Hills

No evictions
6 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
40-08 10 Street
Good cause

40-08 10 Street

1.3(1)

Long Island City

2 evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
549 Bay Ridge Parkway

549 Bay Ridge Parkway

4.5(1)

Bay Ridge

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
23 7 Avenue

23 7 Avenue

4.3(1)

Park Slope

No evictions
15 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
31-31 34 Street
Rent-stabilized

31-31 34 Street

4.0(1)

Astoria

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
18 Bedford Street

18 Bedford Street

4.8(1)

West Village

No evictions
9 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
21-63 27 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

21-63 27 Street

2.6(1)

Ditmars-Steinway

2 evictions
4 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history

What to check before for pre-war buildings 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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