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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 1,063–1,080 of 1,139 pre-war buildings in Upper West Side.

116 West 76 Street

116 West 76 Street

4.5(1)

Upper West Side

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
308 West 73 Street

308 West 73 Street

4.4(1)

Upper West Side

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
308 West 97 Street

308 West 97 Street

4.8(1)

Upper West Side

1 eviction
26 open violations
7 litigation cases
No bedbug history
270 Riverside Drive

270 Riverside Drive

3.5(1)

Upper West Side

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
124 West 80 Street

124 West 80 Street

4.6(1)

Upper West Side

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
19 West 74 Street
Good cause

19 West 74 Street

4.8(1)

Upper West Side

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
7 West 73 Street
Rent-stabilized

7 West 73 Street

4.4(1)

Upper West Side

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

648 Amsterdam Avenue

5.0(1)

Upper West Side

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
106 West 96 Street
Rent-stabilized

106 West 96 Street

4.8(1)

Upper West Side

No evictions
1 open violation
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
315 Central Park West
Rent-stabilized

315 Central Park West

1.6(1)

Upper West Side

No evictions
9 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
28 West 75 Street
Rent-stabilized

28 West 75 Street

4.5(1)

Upper West Side

No evictions
6 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
125 West 96 Street
Rent-stabilized

125 West 96 Street

3.3(1)

Upper West Side

No evictions
18 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
156 West 92 Street
Rent-stabilized

156 West 92 Street

4.6(1)

Upper West Side

No evictions
No open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
42 West 88 Street
Rent-stabilized

42 West 88 Street

3.1(1)

Upper West Side

No evictions
No open violations
6 litigation cases
No bedbug history
33 Riverside Drive
Rent-stabilized

33 Riverside Drive

4.8(1)

Upper West Side

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
303 West 74 Street

303 West 74 Street

4.4(1)

Upper West Side

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

245 West 76 Street

4.5(1)

Upper West Side

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
127 West 93 Street

127 West 93 Street

3.9(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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