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Pre-war buildings in Upper West Side

The Upper West Side is known for its tree-lined streets and historic pre-war buildings, with a total of 1,120+ buildings available. This neighborhood features a variety of cultural attractions, parks, and easy access to public transportation. The Upper West Side has an average building rating of 3.6 out of 5, based on 192 rated buildings. Exploring this neighborhood offers a mix of residential charm and vibrant city life, making it a unique living environment. (building-level trends; individual units can differ)

This page features 1,125+ pre-war buildings located in Manhattan's Upper West Side. These structures offer classic architectural details and a distinct character that appeal to many renters. At Openigloo, we provide insights into each building, including reviews from current and past tenants, as well as open-data signals to help inform your decision. Our tenant Q&A section addresses common concerns to ensure you find a comfortable home.

Pre-war buildings in Upper West Side

Showing 1–18 of 1,125 pre-war buildings in Upper West Side.

309 West 97 Street
Rent-stabilized

309 West 97 Street

Upper West Side

No evictions
5 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
27 West 86 Street
Rent-stabilized

27 West 86 Street

Upper West Side

No evictions
No open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
308 West 105 Street
Rent-stabilized

308 West 105 Street

Upper West Side

No evictions
8 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
121 West 75 Street
Rent-stabilized

121 West 75 Street

Upper West Side

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
259 West 90 Street

259 West 90 Street

Upper West Side

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
20 West 86 Street
Rent-stabilized

20 West 86 Street

Upper West Side

No evictions
4 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
70 West 82 Street

70 West 82 Street

Upper West Side

No evictions
19 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
76 West 85 Street
Rent-stabilized

76 West 85 Street

Upper West Side

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
14 West 75 Street

14 West 75 Street

Upper West Side

No evictions
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
2807 Broadway
Rent-stabilized

2807 Broadway

Upper West Side

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
304 West 109 Street

304 West 109 Street

Upper West Side

1 eviction
3 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
327 West 83 Street

327 West 83 Street

Upper West Side

1 eviction
No open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
15 West 74 Street
Rent-stabilized

15 West 74 Street

Upper West Side

No evictions
3 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
258 West 88 Street

258 West 88 Street

Upper West Side

No evictions
6 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
139 West 94 Street

139 West 94 Street

Upper West Side

No evictions
11 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
572 Amsterdam Avenue

572 Amsterdam Avenue

Upper West Side

No evictions
19 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
267 West 79 Street

267 West 79 Street

Upper West Side

1 eviction
No open violations
1 litigation case
Bedbug history
31 West 74 Street
Rent-stabilized

31 West 74 Street

Upper West Side

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history

What to check before for pre-war buildings in Upper West Side

  • Expect historic architecture and charm in buildings built before 1947.
  • Confirm the building's maintenance standards and any restrictions on renovations.
  • Watch for potential additional costs like utilities or common fees beyond rent.
  • Inquire about the lease terms, as they may differ from newer buildings.
  • Check the building's history regarding maintenance issues or renovations.

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