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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 13,987–14,004 of 134,853 pre-war buildings in NYC.

71-17 65 Place

71-17 65 Place

Glendale

No evictions
6 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
229 12 Street

229 12 Street

Park Slope

No evictions
13 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
240 East   34 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

240 East 34 Street

East Flatbush

No evictions
49 open violations
13 litigation cases
No bedbug history
51-10 Vernon Boulevard
Good cause

51-10 Vernon Boulevard

Hunters Point

No evictions
3 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
601 West 179 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

601 West 179 Street

Washington Heights

1 eviction
20 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1814 George Street

1814 George Street

Ridgewood

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1373 East New York Avenue

1373 East New York Avenue

Crown Heights

No evictions
25 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
126 Brighton Avenue

126 Brighton Avenue

Tompkinsville

No evictions
7 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
178 St Marks Avenue

178 St Marks Avenue

Prospect Heights

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
463 Putnam Avenue

463 Putnam Avenue

Bedford-Stuyvesant

No evictions
6 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
1051 East  227 Street

1051 East 227 Street

Wakefield

No evictions
38 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
90-32 51 Avenue

90-32 51 Avenue

Elmhurst

No evictions
No open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
71 South Elliott Place
Rent-stabilized

71 South Elliott Place

Fort Greene

No evictions
12 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
113 Bedford Avenue
Rent-stabilized

113 Bedford Avenue

Williamsburg

No evictions
9 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
66 East 95 Street

66 East 95 Street

Brownsville

No evictions
29 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
387 Grand Avenue

387 Grand Avenue

Clinton Hill

No evictions
5 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
48-39 47 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

48-39 47 Street

Sunnyside

No evictions
1 open violation
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
39 Tabb Place

39 Tabb Place

Port Richmond

1 eviction
5 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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