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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 13,321–13,338 of 134,853 pre-war buildings in NYC.

260 Putnam Avenue

260 Putnam Avenue

Bedford-Stuyvesant

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
694 Hendrix Street

694 Hendrix Street

East New York

No evictions
12 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
215 West 121 Street
Good cause

215 West 121 Street

South Harlem

No evictions
6 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
132 Montague Street
Rent-stabilized

132 Montague Street

Brooklyn Heights

No evictions
6 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1571 Brooklyn Avenue

1571 Brooklyn Avenue

East Flatbush

No evictions
No open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
711 Starr Street

711 Starr Street

Ridgewood

No evictions
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
439 Lincoln Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

439 Lincoln Avenue

City Line

3 evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
2123 Avenue Z

2123 Avenue Z

Sheepshead Bay

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
30-11 14 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

30-11 14 Street

Astoria

No evictions
15 open violations
4 litigation cases
No bedbug history
493 Decatur Street

493 Decatur Street

Stuyvesant Heights

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
18 Cyrus Avenue

18 Cyrus Avenue

Gerritsen Beach

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
69-37 Hillmeyer Avenue

69-37 Hillmeyer Avenue

Arverne

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
55 Lenox Avenue

55 Lenox Avenue

South Harlem

No evictions
24 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1506 Nostrand Avenue

1506 Nostrand Avenue

Flatbush

1 eviction
1 open violation
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
114-25 128 Street

114-25 128 Street

South Ozone Park

No evictions
9 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
627 New Jersey Avenue

627 New Jersey Avenue

East New York

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
145-40 Glassboro Avenue

145-40 Glassboro Avenue

Jamaica

No evictions
14 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
512 East 83 Street
Rent-stabilized

512 East 83 Street

Yorkville

1 eviction
1 open violation
1 litigation case
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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