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Pre-war buildings in Midtown

Midtown is a bustling area of Manhattan known for its diverse selection of buildings, including historic pre-war structures. This neighborhood is also accessible via multiple subway lines, making it easy for residents to commute throughout the city. The average building rating for Midtown is 3.8 out of 5, based on 31 rated buildings. This suggests a generally positive perception of the area, although experiences may vary depending on the specific building. (building-level trends; individual units can differ)

This page features over 60 pre-war buildings in Midtown Manhattan available for rent. As a classic architectural style in the area, pre-war buildings often offer unique layouts and character, appealing to those who appreciate vintage design. Openigloo provides valuable insights through user reviews, open-data signals, and tenant Q&A to help you navigate your building search. Whether you're looking for amenities or hoping to understand neighborhood specifics, our platform equips you with the information you need.

Pre-war buildings in Midtown

Showing 19–36 of 63 pre-war buildings in Midtown.

54 West 56 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

54 West 56 Street

Midtown

1 eviction
No open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
607 Madison Avenue
Good cause

607 Madison Avenue

Midtown

2 evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
47 West 55 Street

47 West 55 Street

Midtown

No evictions
2 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
130 West 58 Street
Rent-stabilized

130 West 58 Street

Midtown

1 eviction
10 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
911 7 Avenue
Rent-stabilized

911 7 Avenue

Midtown

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
150 West 51 Street

150 West 51 Street

4.2(17)

Midtown

9 evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
Bedbug history
101 West 55 Street
Top rated
Rent-stabilized

101 West 55 Street

4.5(10)

Midtown

5 evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
245 West 51 Street
Rent-stabilized

245 West 51 Street

3.7(9)

Midtown

No evictions
47 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
148 West 58 Street

148 West 58 Street

3.8(7)

Midtown

No evictions
30 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
241 West 54 Street
Rent-stabilized

241 West 54 Street

2.4(6)

Midtown

No evictions
No open violations
8 litigation cases
No bedbug history
105 West 55 Street
Rent-stabilized

105 West 55 Street

3.8(6)

Midtown

3 evictions
4 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
145 West 55 Street
Rent-stabilized

145 West 55 Street

3.2(5)

Midtown

1 eviction
1 open violation
7 litigation cases
No bedbug history
835 7 Ave
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

835 7 Ave

3.0(4)

Midtown

No evictions
43 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
117 West 58 Street
Rent-stabilized

117 West 58 Street

3.1(4)

Midtown

No evictions
2 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
161 West 54 Street
Rent-stabilized

161 West 54 Street

3.6(3)

Midtown

1 eviction
11 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
57 West 58 Street
Rent-stabilized

57 West 58 Street

2.5(3)

Midtown

3 evictions
9 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
853 7 Avenue

853 7 Avenue

4.2(3)

Midtown

1 eviction
45 open violations
4 litigation cases
No bedbug history
1691 Broadway
Rent-stabilized

1691 Broadway

3.3(3)

Midtown

4 evictions
1 open violation
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history

What to check before for pre-war buildings in Midtown

  • Expect unique architectural details and layouts associated with pre-war buildings.
  • Confirm any fees associated with amenities or maintenance before signing a lease.
  • Investigate any building restrictions or rules that may apply to residents.
  • Check the condition of the building and common areas during viewings.
  • Review tenant experiences and ratings to gather insights on potential issues.

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