Pre-war buildings near the BX15 bus in Crotona Park East

“Pre-war” is the building-age filter. It groups buildings built before 1947, regardless of current renovations or unit condition.

Treat it as a starting point. Walk times can vary block to block, and some routes may not be equally convenient—confirm the closest stop and test your commute plan before applying.

Openigloo aggregates building-level signals, includes rated-building data, and surfaces renter Q&A so you can compare what people report (like responsiveness and maintenance patterns) and then verify details with the building.

Yes. Age doesn’t guarantee a problem, but it does mean you should ask targeted questions about heating and hot water reliability, elevator condition, water intrusion/mold history, and what upgrades have been done since original construction.

Confirm the full move-in picture with the building: exact fees/deposits, what’s refundable, required documents, and any conditions tied to approval. Also confirm utilities responsibility and any restrictions that affect daily living.

Concourse with 1,709+ buildings; Fordham with 967+ buildings; University Heights with 836+ buildings; Soundview with 2,493+ buildings; Norwood with 741+ buildings.

Not always. Ratings are building-level signals; unit condition, exposure, and landlord responses can vary by floor and lease. Use Q&A as guidance, then confirm details for the exact unit you’re considering.