{"id":7057,"date":"2017-10-18T09:38:03","date_gmt":"2017-10-18T13:38:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.renthop.com\/content-manager\/?p=7057"},"modified":"2023-07-24T12:54:27","modified_gmt":"2023-07-24T16:54:27","slug":"the-benefits-of-prewar-and-postwar-apartments","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.renthop.com\/blog\/the-benefits-of-prewar-and-postwar-apartments\/","title":{"rendered":"The Benefits of Prewar and Postwar Apartments"},"content":{"rendered":"

When it comes to renting an apartment in New York City<\/a>, there are two main choices you have in terms of architecture. Most renters will either rent a prewar or postwar<\/a> apartment, where prewar is anything built prior to World War II. There are numerous benefits of prewar and postwar apartments, with each type containing unique options. This article examines the differences in those benefits so you can make an informed decision during your own rental process.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Benefits of a Prewar Apartment<\/h2>\n

The following are some benefits to a prewar apartment.<\/p>\n

1. Character and Unique Features<\/h3>\n

One of the biggest selling points and benefits of a prewar apartment is the fact that they aren\u2019t \u201ccookie cutter\u201d like most new apartments are. Most postwar apartment units all look quite similar and many in a similar building will have the same layout. Prewar apartments often have higher ceilings, unique<\/a> layouts, thick walls and more space. They are sometimes easier to see as \u201cyour own\u201d as opposed to postwar, in which your unit is just one of many in a huge building. While many like prewar character and layout, others will prefer the more modern style and design of a newer apartment, it all comes down to personal preference.<\/span><\/p>\n

2. Structural Integrity<\/h3>\n

You always hear about older buildings, homes, and apartments being better built than newer ones, and most of the time, that is true. Many prewar buildings have solid concrete floors, plaster walls, and thick doors. These high quality finishes and meant to last, while most newer apartments are fairly fragile under the surface. There is a reason why these prewar apartments are still livable and in good condition after nearly 100 years of use, and that is because they were built well.<\/span><\/p>\n

3. Often Quieter<\/h3>\n

Because of the aforementioned structural integrity and quality build, most prewar apartments are quite a bit quieter than newer postwar apartments, as the materials between each unit are often thicker. This isn\u2019t to say that more modern apartments are noisy, but they are generally more economical and efficient to build, which might sacrifice some of the quality that these near 100-year old prewar buildings possess. While the postwar buildings might have better soundproofing technology, they are simply constructed with cheaper, thinner, and more economical materials. Of course, you will find some prewar apartments with little to no soundproofing (and can also find postwar apartments with great soundproofing), but generally, older construction has better protection from you having to hear your neighbors guitar solos. <\/span><\/p>\n

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