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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 991–1,008 of 1,139 pre-war buildings in Upper West Side.

120 West 86 Street
Rent-stabilized

120 West 86 Street

2.9(1)

Upper West Side

1 eviction
23 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
314 West 101 Street
Rent-stabilized

314 West 101 Street

4.8(1)

Upper West Side

No evictions
8 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
210 West 82 Street
Rent-stabilized

210 West 82 Street

4.4(1)

Upper West Side

No evictions
3 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
307 West 106 Street

307 West 106 Street

3.1(1)

Upper West Side

No evictions
4 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
312 West 78 Street
Rent-stabilized

312 West 78 Street

4.8(1)

Upper West Side

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

115 West 86 Street

4.8(1)

Upper West Side

No evictions
9 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
325 West 89 Street

325 West 89 Street

4.4(1)

Upper West Side

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

305 Riverside Drive

4.3(1)

Upper West Side

No evictions
No open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
112 West 79 Street
Rent-stabilized

112 West 79 Street

4.6(1)

Upper West Side

No evictions
No open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
128 West 74 Street

128 West 74 Street

3.4(1)

Upper West Side

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
124 West 81 Street

124 West 81 Street

3.5(1)

Upper West Side

No evictions
22 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
313 West 88 Street
Rent-stabilized

313 West 88 Street

2.4(1)

Upper West Side

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

202 West 80 Street

4.0(1)

Upper West Side

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
342 West 88 Street
Rent-stabilized

342 West 88 Street

3.0(1)

Upper West Side

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

117 West 74 Street

3.3(1)

Upper West Side

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

316 West 105 Street

3.4(1)

Upper West Side

No evictions
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
353 Amsterdam Avenue
Rent-stabilized

353 Amsterdam Avenue

4.1(1)

Upper West Side

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
45 Riverside Drive
Rent-stabilized

45 Riverside Drive

5.0(1)

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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