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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 132,787–132,804 of 134,852 pre-war buildings in NYC.

475 Jersey Street

475 Jersey Street

2.1(1)

Saint George

No evictions
1 open violation
10 litigation cases
No bedbug history
138-07 97 Avenue
Rent-stabilized

138-07 97 Avenue

1.8(1)

Jamaica

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
533 West 149 Street
Good cause

533 West 149 Street

3.5(1)

Hamilton Heights

No evictions
12 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1770 Walton Avenue

1770 Walton Avenue

2.3(1)

Mt. Hope

3 evictions
307 open violations
23 litigation cases
No bedbug history
578 Broadway

578 Broadway

4.4(1)

Williamsburg

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
70 West 11 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

70 West 11 Street

2.4(1)

Greenwich Village

1 eviction
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
233 West 15 Street
Good cause

233 West 15 Street

4.1(1)

Chelsea

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
29 West Tremont Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

29 West Tremont Avenue

3.4(1)

Morris Heights

No evictions
10 open violations
13 litigation cases
No bedbug history
6 Fairview Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

6 Fairview Avenue

2.3(1)

Fort George

4 evictions
33 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
1862 Menahan Street

1862 Menahan Street

4.4(1)

Ridgewood

No evictions
1 open violation
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
213 5 Avenue
Rent-stabilized

213 5 Avenue

5.0(1)

NoMad

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
Bedbug history
7407 5 Avenue
Rent-stabilized

7407 5 Avenue

2.6(1)

Bay Ridge

No evictions
12 open violations
4 litigation cases
No bedbug history
84 East 3 Street
Good cause

84 East 3 Street

3.8(1)

East Village

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
340 East 184 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

340 East 184 Street

1.4(1)

Fordham

18 evictions
72 open violations
24 litigation cases
No bedbug history
25-14 27 St

25-14 27 St

4.1(1)

Astoria

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
24-49 28 Street
Rent-stabilized

24-49 28 Street

2.9(1)

Ditmars-Steinway

No evictions
No open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
609 West 173 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

609 West 173 Street

4.5(1)

Washington Heights

1 eviction
50 open violations
5 litigation cases
No bedbug history
971 Lexington Avenue
Rent-stabilized

971 Lexington Avenue

2.8(1)

Lenox Hill

1 eviction
1 open violation
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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