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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 1,117–1,134 of 1,139 pre-war buildings in Upper West Side.

525 West End Avenue
Rent-stabilized

525 West End Avenue

2.4(1)

Upper West Side

No evictions
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
170 West 78 Street
Rent-stabilized

170 West 78 Street

4.0(1)

Upper West Side

No evictions
1 open violation
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
253 West 76 Street
Rent-stabilized

253 West 76 Street

2.4(1)

Upper West Side

No evictions
2 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
310 West 109 Street
Rent-stabilized

310 West 109 Street

4.4(1)

Upper West Side

No evictions
67 open violations
5 litigation cases
No bedbug history
100 West 85 Street
Rent-stabilized

100 West 85 Street

2.8(1)

Upper West Side

1 eviction
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
156 West 77 Street
Rent-stabilized

156 West 77 Street

2.0(1)

Upper West Side

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

65 West 73 Street

1.0(1)

Upper West Side

1 eviction
No open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
306 West 105 Street
Rent-stabilized

306 West 105 Street

5.0(1)

Upper West Side

No evictions
3 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
40 West 87 Street
Rent-stabilized

40 West 87 Street

2.9(1)

Upper West Side

No evictions
1 open violation
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
147 West 85 Street
Rent-stabilized

147 West 85 Street

4.5(1)

Upper West Side

No evictions
No open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
204 West 96 Street
Rent-stabilized

204 West 96 Street

3.0(1)

Upper West Side

No evictions
1 open violation
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
128 West 81 Street

128 West 81 Street

2.3(1)

Upper West Side

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

61 West 74 Street

3.1(1)

Upper West Side

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

300 West 106 Street

3.5(1)

Upper West Side

2 evictions
11 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
30 West 95 Street

30 West 95 Street

2.6(1)

Upper West Side

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
325 West 100 Street
Rent-stabilized

325 West 100 Street

3.5(1)

Upper West Side

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
442 Amsterdam Avenue

442 Amsterdam Avenue

4.0(1)

Upper West Side

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
6 West 87 Street
Rent-stabilized

6 West 87 Street

2.8(1)

Upper West Side

No evictions
2 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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