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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 15,319–15,336 of 134,853 pre-war buildings in NYC.

1419 Bryant Avenue

1419 Bryant Avenue

Crotona Park East

No evictions
9 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
302 East 50 Street
Good cause

302 East 50 Street

Turtle Bay

No evictions
20 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
2832 West 36 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

2832 West 36 Street

Coney Island

2 evictions
17 open violations
5 litigation cases
No bedbug history
76-01 Roosevelt Avenue

76-01 Roosevelt Avenue

Jackson Heights

No evictions
6 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
39 Mott Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

39 Mott Street

Chinatown

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
71 Irving Place
Rent-stabilized

71 Irving Place

Clinton Hill

No evictions
10 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
211 Ridgewood Avenue

211 Ridgewood Avenue

Cypress Hills

No evictions
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
685 Park Avenue

685 Park Avenue

Bedford-Stuyvesant

No evictions
6 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1848 Unionport Road

1848 Unionport Road

Van Nest

No evictions
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
212 West 141 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

212 West 141 Street

Central Harlem

1 eviction
7 open violations
8 litigation cases
No bedbug history
12 Harrison Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

12 Harrison Avenue

Williamsburg

No evictions
28 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
2007 5 Avenue

2007 5 Avenue

South Harlem

No evictions
No open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
774 Nostrand Avenue

774 Nostrand Avenue

Crown Heights

No evictions
No open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
31-03 30 Avenue

31-03 30 Avenue

Astoria

1 eviction
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
521 West  161 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

521 West 161 Street

Washington Heights

3 evictions
5 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
3 Roff Street

3 Roff Street

Clifton

No evictions
No open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
3315 Avenue D

3315 Avenue D

East Flatbush

No evictions
No open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
1148 Rogers Avenue

1148 Rogers Avenue

Flatbush

2 evictions
28 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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