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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 649–666 of 1,139 pre-war buildings in Upper West Side.

211 West 85 Street
Rent-stabilized

211 West 85 Street

4.4(2)

Upper West Side

No evictions
4 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
157 West 80 Street
Rent-stabilized

157 West 80 Street

4.3(2)

Upper West Side

No evictions
No open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
38 West 74 Street
Rent-stabilized

38 West 74 Street

4.3(2)

Upper West Side

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
560 West End Avenue
Rent-stabilized

560 West End Avenue

1.8(2)

Upper West Side

No evictions
32 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
111 West 74 Street
Rent-stabilized

111 West 74 Street

2.8(2)

Upper West Side

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
146 West 76 Street
Rent-stabilized

146 West 76 Street

2.9(2)

Upper West Side

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
327 Central Park West
Rent-stabilized

327 Central Park West

4.4(2)

Upper West Side

No evictions
No open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
321 West 103 Street
Rent-stabilized

321 West 103 Street

4.0(2)

Upper West Side

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
253 West 73 Street

253 West 73 Street

4.9(2)

Upper West Side

No evictions
49 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
241 West 75 Street

241 West 75 Street

4.1(2)

Upper West Side

No evictions
1 open violation
4 litigation cases
No bedbug history
305 West 74 Street

305 West 74 Street

4.3(2)

Upper West Side

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
244 West 103 Street

244 West 103 Street

4.0(2)

Upper West Side

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
251 Central Park West
Rent-stabilized

251 Central Park West

4.3(2)

Upper West Side

1 eviction
No open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
306 West 107 Street
Rent-stabilized

306 West 107 Street

3.5(2)

Upper West Side

No evictions
4 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
204 West 94 Street
Rent-stabilized

204 West 94 Street

4.1(2)

Upper West Side

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
212 West 80 Street
Rent-stabilized

212 West 80 Street

3.0(2)

Upper West Side

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
17 West 74 Street
Rent-stabilized

17 West 74 Street

3.4(2)

Upper West Side

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
233 West 77 Street
Rent-stabilized

233 West 77 Street

4.7(2)

Upper West Side

No evictions
No open violations
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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