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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 132,697–132,714 of 134,852 pre-war buildings in NYC.

598 16 Street

598 16 Street

3.4(1)

Windsor Terrace

No evictions
16 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
178 St James Place

178 St James Place

2.1(1)

Clinton Hill

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
425 Keap St
Good cause

425 Keap St

4.8(1)

Williamsburg

No evictions
8 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
682 Ocean Parkway
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

682 Ocean Parkway

4.0(1)

Kensington

1 eviction
1 open violation
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
303 West 74 Street
Good cause

303 West 74 Street

4.4(1)

Upper West Side

No evictions
3 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1865 Bogart Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

1865 Bogart Avenue

2.1(1)

Morris Park

3 evictions
10 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
500 East   88 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

500 East 88 Street

1.3(1)

Yorkville

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
28-12 24 Avenue
Rent-stabilized

28-12 24 Avenue

4.5(1)

Ditmars-Steinway

No evictions
3 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
402 East 96 Street

402 East 96 Street

2.8(1)

Brownsville

2 evictions
6 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
82 Pierrepont Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

82 Pierrepont Street

5.0(1)

Brooklyn Heights

No evictions
3 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
120 Thompson Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

120 Thompson Street

2.9(2)

Soho

No evictions
30 open violations
5 litigation cases
No bedbug history
513 West  135 Street

513 West 135 Street

3.8(1)

Hamilton Heights

No evictions
4 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
1219 Jefferson Avenue
Good cause

1219 Jefferson Avenue

4.3(1)

Bushwick

No evictions
16 open violations
5 litigation cases
No bedbug history
124 Grove Street

124 Grove Street

4.9(1)

Bushwick

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
201 Woodpoint Road
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

201 Woodpoint Road

2.3(1)

East Williamsburg

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
245 W 76 St
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

245 W 76 St

4.5(1)

Upper West Side

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
306 17 Street

306 17 Street

2.0(1)

Greenwood

1 eviction
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
631 Hegeman Avenue

631 Hegeman Avenue

1.4(1)

East New York

No evictions
31 open violations
4 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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