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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 13,735–13,752 of 134,853 pre-war buildings in NYC.

204 Avenue B

204 Avenue B

East Village

No evictions
6 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
59-52 Madison Street
Good cause

59-52 Madison Street

Ridgewood

No evictions
9 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
21 West 137 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

21 West 137 Street

Central Harlem

1 eviction
61 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
108-03 101 Avenue

108-03 101 Avenue

Richmond Hill

No evictions
4 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
575 Williams Avenue

575 Williams Avenue

East New York

No evictions
1 open violation
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
2501 University Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

2501 University Avenue

University Heights

4 evictions
114 open violations
19 litigation cases
No bedbug history
109 East 59 Street
Good cause

109 East 59 Street

East Flatbush

No evictions
65 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
1024 Lincoln Place
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

1024 Lincoln Place

Crown Heights

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
427 Marcus Garvey Boulevard
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

427 Marcus Garvey Boulevard

Stuyvesant Heights

4 evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
158 East 111 Street

158 East 111 Street

East Harlem

No evictions
16 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
5205 Avenue D

5205 Avenue D

East Flatbush

No evictions
14 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
122 West 73 Street

122 West 73 Street

Upper West Side

No evictions
17 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
56 Ludlow Street

56 Ludlow Street

Lower East Side

No evictions
3 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
172-45 127 Avenue

172-45 127 Avenue

Springfield Gardens

No evictions
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
834 Greene Ave

834 Greene Ave

Stuyvesant Heights

No evictions
8 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
154-16 Northern Boulevard
Good cause

154-16 Northern Boulevard

Murray Hill (Queens)

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1360 Plimpton Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

1360 Plimpton Avenue

Highbridge

7 evictions
61 open violations
20 litigation cases
No bedbug history
272 Withers Street

272 Withers Street

East Williamsburg

1 eviction
No open violations
No litigation history
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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