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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 109–126 of 1,139 pre-war buildings in Upper West Side.

285 Riverside Drive

285 Riverside Drive

Upper West Side

No evictions
3 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
2 West 85 Street

2 West 85 Street

Upper West Side

No evictions
13 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
127 West 72 Street

127 West 72 Street

Upper West Side

No evictions
No open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
43 West 94 Street

43 West 94 Street

Upper West Side

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

139 West 80 Street

Upper West Side

No evictions
No open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
118 West 76 Street

118 West 76 Street

Upper West Side

No evictions
2 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
28 West 86 Street

28 West 86 Street

Upper West Side

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

340 Amsterdam Avenue

Upper West Side

No evictions
24 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
134 West 73 Street
Rent-stabilized

134 West 73 Street

Upper West Side

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

251 West 76 Street

Upper West Side

No evictions
4 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
573 Columbus Avenue

573 Columbus Avenue

Upper West Side

No evictions
3 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
165 West 72 Street
Rent-stabilized

165 West 72 Street

Upper West Side

1 eviction
No open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
112 West 81 Street

112 West 81 Street

Upper West Side

No evictions
4 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
146 West 95 Street

146 West 95 Street

Upper West Side

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

54 West 76 Street

Upper West Side

No evictions
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
217 West 79 Street

217 West 79 Street

Upper West Side

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

856 West End Avenue

Upper West Side

No evictions
6 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
167 West 87 Street

167 West 87 Street

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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