What does “pre-war” mean on this Parkchester buildings page?

It refers to buildings constructed before 1947. Use it as a baseline for likely building characteristics, but confirm current conditions (plumbing, heating, windows, and common areas) directly with management.

How does the “BX39 bus” filter work for Parkchester buildings?

The page is scoped to buildings that are near the BX39 bus route within Parkchester. Still, walking time varies by block—confirm the nearest stop and your typical route during your commute hours.

How many buildings match these filters right now?

There are 495+ buildings in Parkchester that match “BX39 bus + pre-war” on Openigloo (as of 2026-07-07).

How should I use the rating on this page?

Treat the score as one signal. The Parkchester page shows an average rating of 2.6/5 across 6 rated buildings, but you’ll want to read the underlying feedback to match your priorities.

Are there any renter precautions I should take with older, pre-war buildings?

Yes. Ask about maintenance turnaround times, evidence of recent repairs, and what’s included for heat/hot water. If you’re concerned about pests or recurring building issues, use Openigloo Q&A as a checklist for questions to ask management.

Does Openigloo show only available apartments on this page?

This page is focused on matching building scope (Parkchester + BX39 bus + pre-war). Availability and specific units can change—confirm the current listings and move-in dates with the building or managing agent.

Which Parkchester-related listings or neighborhoods are trending on Openigloo right now?

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

Pre-war buildings near the BX39 bus in Parkchester

Parkchester is a Bronx neighborhood with a mix of older housing stock, which is why many renters start with building-structure filters like pre-war and then narrow by transit access. This Openigloo scope focuses on Parkchester buildings near the BX39 bus. For Parkchester, the average building rating is 2.6/5 across 6 rated buildings (building-level trends; individual units can differ)

Find pre-war buildings near the BX39 bus in Parkchester. This Openigloo page covers 495+ buildings that match the filter, so you can narrow by location and building era before you start tours. Openigloo helps you compare buildings using renter-first signals: what people report in reviews, building details pulled from public records, and Q&A to flag patterns before you sign a lease.

Showing 469–486 of 495 pre-war buildings near the BX39 bus in Parkchester.