Pre-war buildings near the B17 bus in NYC

It refers to buildings built before 1947. On Openigloo, this filter narrows the results to that construction period.

The filter targets buildings near the B17 bus route so you can prioritize commute access while still comparing multiple neighborhoods and building types.

The live count on this page is 7,571+ buildings with both the pre-war and B17-bus criteria.

Ask about building systems (electrical/plumbing), the condition of common areas, recent renovations, and how repairs are handled. Also verify what’s included in the rent and any restrictions tied to the specific unit.

Openigloo can help you shortlist based on building-level signals and renter Q&A, but unit condition and floorplan details still need confirmation with the building or managing agent.

Often yes. Before you apply, request the full breakdown of move-in costs, including broker fee, required deposits, utilities responsibilities, and any building-specific one-time charges.

Use them to spot patterns (for example, maintenance consistency or responsiveness). Then follow up directly with the building for the details that matter to your exact unit and move-in timeline.