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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 1,139+ 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 523–540 of 1,139 pre-war buildings in Upper West Side.

200 West 82 Street
Rent-stabilized

200 West 82 Street

3.6(4)

Upper West Side

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
308 West 82 Street
Rent-stabilized

308 West 82 Street

3.1(4)

Upper West Side

No evictions
1 open violation
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
698 West End Avenue
Rent-stabilized

698 West End Avenue

3.5(4)

Upper West Side

1 eviction
No open violations
1 litigation case
Bedbug history
252 West 91 Street
Rent-stabilized

252 West 91 Street

3.5(4)

Upper West Side

No evictions
7 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
323 West 75 Street

323 West 75 Street

3.4(4)

Upper West Side

1 eviction
1 open violation
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
10 West 74 Street
Rent-stabilized

10 West 74 Street

2.9(4)

Upper West Side

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
250 West 105 Street
Rent-stabilized

250 West 105 Street

4.4(4)

Upper West Side

No evictions
8 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
204 West 81 Street
Rent-stabilized

204 West 81 Street

3.5(4)

Upper West Side

No evictions
11 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
851 West End Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

851 West End Avenue

3.4(4)

Upper West Side

No evictions
3 open violations
6 litigation cases
No bedbug history
2637 Broadway

2637 Broadway

4.2(4)

Upper West Side

1 eviction
17 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
67 West 73 Street
Rent-stabilized

67 West 73 Street

3.4(4)

Upper West Side

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
74 Riverside Drive
Rent-stabilized

74 Riverside Drive

4.4(4)

Upper West Side

1 eviction
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
200 West 85 Street
Rent-stabilized

200 West 85 Street

3.3(4)

Upper West Side

No evictions
10 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
222 West 83 Street
Rent-stabilized

222 West 83 Street

3.5(4)

Upper West Side

No evictions
No open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
915 West End Avenue
Rent-stabilized

915 West End Avenue

4.6(4)

Upper West Side

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
137 West 81 Street
Rent-stabilized

137 West 81 Street

2.7(4)

Upper West Side

2 evictions
12 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
317 West 99 Street
Rent-stabilized

317 West 99 Street

3.1(4)

Upper West Side

No evictions
1 open violation
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
493 Amsterdam Avenue
Rent-stabilized

493 Amsterdam Avenue

2.6(4)

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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