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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 133,543–133,560 of 134,852 pre-war buildings in NYC.

655 Pelham Parkway North
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

655 Pelham Parkway North

2.5(1)

Bronxwood

4 evictions
64 open violations
18 litigation cases
No bedbug history
269 Fountain Avenue
Good cause

269 Fountain Avenue

2.0(1)

East New York

4 evictions
6 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
310 West 55 Street
Rent-stabilized

310 West 55 Street

4.0(1)

Hell's Kitchen

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1198 Hancock Street
Good cause

1198 Hancock Street

3.4(1)

Bushwick

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
8024 17 Avenue

8024 17 Avenue

2.9(1)

Bensonhurst

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
136 East 31 Street

136 East 31 Street

4.5(1)

Kips Bay

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
28-09 38 Street
Rent-stabilized

28-09 38 Street

4.3(1)

Astoria

No evictions
11 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
59-43 163 Street

59-43 163 Street

3.8(1)

Flushing

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
2420 Prospect Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

2420 Prospect Avenue

2.9(1)

Belmont

14 evictions
234 open violations
24 litigation cases
No bedbug history
7316 12 Avenue
Rent-stabilized

7316 12 Avenue

1.4(1)

Dyker Heights

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
110 Forsyth Street
Rent-stabilized

110 Forsyth Street

2.8(1)

Lower East Side

No evictions
34 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
157 Avenue B
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

157 Avenue B

4.4(1)

East Village

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
592 Leonard Street
Rent-stabilized

592 Leonard Street

4.9(1)

Greenpoint

1 eviction
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
153 East 116 Street
Good cause

153 East 116 Street

4.0(1)

East Harlem

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
231 East 111 Street
Good cause

231 East 111 Street

4.9(1)

East Harlem

No evictions
3 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
759 Marcy Avenue

759 Marcy Avenue

4.3(1)

Bedford-Stuyvesant

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
250 Boerum Street

250 Boerum Street

2.8(1)

East Williamsburg

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
642 Howard Avenue
Good cause

642 Howard Avenue

1.0(1)

Brownsville

1 eviction
2 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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