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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 133,147–133,164 of 134,852 pre-war buildings in NYC.

32 Vernon Avenue

32 Vernon Avenue

3.1(1)

Bedford-Stuyvesant

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
307 West 114 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

307 West 114 Street

2.8(1)

South Harlem

No evictions
11 open violations
4 litigation cases
No bedbug history
158 Putnam Avenue
Good cause

158 Putnam Avenue

2.1(1)

Bedford-Stuyvesant

No evictions
13 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1228 Commonwealth Avenue

1228 Commonwealth Avenue

3.5(1)

Soundview

No evictions
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
210 East 84 Street

210 East 84 Street

2.5(1)

Yorkville

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
14 East 37 Street
Good cause

14 East 37 Street

3.8(2)

Midtown South

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
506 West 178 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

506 West 178 Street

3.3(1)

Washington Heights

No evictions
4 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
69-11 Yellowstone Boulevard
Rent-stabilized

69-11 Yellowstone Boulevard

4.6(1)

Forest Hills

3 evictions
41 open violations
5 litigation cases
No bedbug history
336 East 61 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

336 East 61 Street

3.3(1)

Lenox Hill

No evictions
1 open violation
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
349 East 14 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

349 East 14 Street

3.0(1)

Gramercy Park

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1866 Gates Avenue
Good cause

1866 Gates Avenue

3.9(1)

Ridgewood

No evictions
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
2181 Wallace Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

2181 Wallace Avenue

1.8(1)

Pelham Parkway

11 evictions
42 open violations
26 litigation cases
No bedbug history
136 Hylan Boulevard

136 Hylan Boulevard

5.0(1)

Shore Acres

No evictions
4 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
166 West  121 Street

166 West 121 Street

3.3(1)

South Harlem

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1468 Pitkin Avenue
Good cause

1468 Pitkin Avenue

1.0(1)

Brownsville

1 eviction
41 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
170 E 74 St

170 E 74 St

4.1(1)

Lenox Hill

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1968 Bathgate Avenue

1968 Bathgate Avenue

2.0(1)

East Tremont

2 evictions
9 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
370 Legion Street
Rent-stabilized

370 Legion Street

2.6(1)

Brownsville

No evictions
31 open violations
1 litigation case
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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