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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 13,645–13,662 of 134,853 pre-war buildings in NYC.

2020 Menahan Street

2020 Menahan Street

Ridgewood

No evictions
4 open violations
5 litigation cases
No bedbug history
869 Lafayette Avenue

869 Lafayette Avenue

Stuyvesant Heights

No evictions
5 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
135 Meserole Street
Good cause

135 Meserole Street

Williamsburg

No evictions
10 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
128 E 36 St

128 E 36 St

Murray Hill

No evictions
4 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
2676 Marion Avenue

2676 Marion Avenue

Fordham

2 evictions
45 open violations
11 litigation cases
No bedbug history
249 West 18 Street
Rent-stabilized

249 West 18 Street

Chelsea

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
422 Ridgewood Avenue

422 Ridgewood Avenue

Cypress Hills

No evictions
15 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
374 East    5 Street

374 East 5 Street

Kensington

No evictions
3 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
583 Leonard Street

583 Leonard Street

Greenpoint

No evictions
5 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
386 Miller Avenue

386 Miller Avenue

East New York

2 evictions
4 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
1027 Belmont Avenue
Good cause

1027 Belmont Avenue

City Line

No evictions
No open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
121 Driggs Avenue
Rent-stabilized

121 Driggs Avenue

Greenpoint

No evictions
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1040 East 216 Street

1040 East 216 Street

Williamsbridge

No evictions
2 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
266 West 132 Street

266 West 132 Street

Central Harlem

No evictions
16 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
430 West   24 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

430 West 24 Street

West Chelsea

1 eviction
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
100 Troutman Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

100 Troutman Street

Bushwick

No evictions
1 open violation
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
634 Humboldt Street
Rent-stabilized

634 Humboldt Street

Greenpoint

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
443 Atkins Avenue

443 Atkins Avenue

East New York

1 eviction
10 open violations
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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