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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 13,519–13,536 of 134,853 pre-war buildings in NYC.

3436 Fenton Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

3436 Fenton Avenue

Williamsbridge

2 evictions
14 open violations
13 litigation cases
No bedbug history
203 Greene Avenue

203 Greene Avenue

Clinton Hill

No evictions
16 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1979 Eastern Parkway

1979 Eastern Parkway

Ocean Hill

No evictions
5 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
124 West 79 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

124 West 79 Street

Upper West Side

1 eviction
1 open violation
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
788 Putnam Avenue

788 Putnam Avenue

Stuyvesant Heights

No evictions
7 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
91-07 184 Street

91-07 184 Street

Hollis

3 evictions
33 open violations
8 litigation cases
No bedbug history
8630 23 Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

8630 23 Avenue

Gravesend

No evictions
2 open violations
5 litigation cases
No bedbug history
1707 78 Street

1707 78 Street

Bensonhurst

No evictions
3 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1357 65 Street

1357 65 Street

Borough Park

No evictions
7 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
60 East Broadway
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

60 East Broadway

Chinatown

1 eviction
8 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
48 West   55 Street

48 West 55 Street

Midtown

No evictions
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
179 Penn Street

179 Penn Street

Williamsburg

No evictions
15 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1846 Hone Avenue

1846 Hone Avenue

Morris Park

2 evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1323 Bronx River Avenue

1323 Bronx River Avenue

Soundview

No evictions
7 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
101 Clinton Avenue

101 Clinton Avenue

Clinton Hill

No evictions
12 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
36-01 31 Street

36-01 31 Street

Long Island City

1 eviction
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
51-64 48 Street

51-64 48 Street

Maspeth

No evictions
3 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
166 Herkimer Street
Good cause

166 Herkimer Street

Bedford-Stuyvesant

No evictions
1 open violation
2 litigation cases
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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