Affordable buildings near the 1 train in NYC
This page helps you find affordable buildings near the 1 train in NYC. Openigloo shows 401+ buildings that match two filters: proximity to the 1 train and “affordable,” meaning a building’s median asking rent is below the neighborhood median (market-relative affordable, not income-restricted). Use Openigloo to narrow by building signals and renters’ experience. You can read Openigloo reviews, check open-data and building-level indicators, and use tenant Q&A to spot issues that may not show up in the listing photos before you schedule a tour.
Affordable buildings near the 1 train in NYC
Showing 397–401 of 401 affordable buildings near the 1 train in NYC.
92 Grove Street
West Village
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201 West 74 Street
Upper West Side
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857 9 Avenue
Hell's Kitchen
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545 Edgecombe Avenue
Washington Heights
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535 West 155 Street
Washington Heights
What to check before choosing an affordable building near the 1 train in NYC
- Confirm commute fit: the page is for buildings near the 1 train, but you should verify the exact walking time and station entrance for your route.
- Understand the “affordable” method: it’s based on the building’s median asking rent vs. the neighborhood median, not subsidized or lottery-based housing.
- Don’t stop at the rent number: ask for the full monthly cost (broker fee, deposit, and any recurring utilities/amenity charges) before you apply.
- Check lease terms and move-in requirements early, since affordable buildings can still have strict paperwork, income-verification, or guarantor rules.
- Use reviews and tenant Q&A to validate practical details like noise, maintenance responsiveness, and management follow-through after move-in.