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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 17,389–17,406 of 134,853 pre-war buildings in NYC.

84-01 87 Street

84-01 87 Street

Woodhaven

2 evictions
1 open violation
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
727 Bryant Avenue

727 Bryant Avenue

Hunts Point

No evictions
17 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
227-02 115 Avenue

227-02 115 Avenue

Cambria Heights

2 evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
176 Waverly Place
Good cause

176 Waverly Place

West Village

No evictions
5 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
497 3 Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

497 3 Avenue

Kips Bay

2 evictions
3 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
638 Humboldt St

638 Humboldt St

Greenpoint

No evictions
9 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
170 Rear Norfolk Street

170 Rear Norfolk Street

Lower East Side

No evictions
16 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
26 Catherine Street

26 Catherine Street

East Williamsburg

1 eviction
6 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
196 Green Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

196 Green Street

Greenpoint

No evictions
3 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
728 East 229 Street
Good cause

728 East 229 Street

Wakefield

No evictions
2 open violations
11 litigation cases
No bedbug history
519 West 147 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

519 West 147 Street

Hamilton Heights

5 evictions
32 open violations
9 litigation cases
No bedbug history
645 East 6 Street
Good cause

645 East 6 Street

East Village

1 eviction
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
3911 13 Avenue

3911 13 Avenue

Borough Park

1 eviction
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
58 White Street
Good cause

58 White Street

Tribeca

No evictions
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
4180 Laconia Avenue

4180 Laconia Avenue

Edenwald

No evictions
17 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
117 State Street

117 State Street

Brooklyn Heights

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
118 West 121 Street
Good cause

118 West 121 Street

South Harlem

No evictions
6 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
39-28 29 Street

39-28 29 Street

Long Island City

No evictions
8 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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