Pre-war buildings near the BX17 bus in West Farms

It’s a building-age filter. These are older Bronx buildings built before 1947, which can come with a wider range of layouts and building-system conditions than newer developments. Always verify current maintenance and upgrades with the building.

The filter groups buildings near the BX17 bus corridor. Because exact walking distance and stop access depend on the specific address, confirm the closest stop to your target unit and your typical travel time before applying.

Not necessarily. The page scope is “pre-war buildings near the BX17 bus,” and Openigloo helps you compare buildings and find current apartment availability, but you should check each building’s listing/availability status on the site.

Ask about heat/hot water consistency, elevator status (if applicable), plumbing condition, noise/insulation, and any documented repairs or ongoing work. Pre-war buildings can vary a lot by street and year, even within the same filter.

No. Use Openigloo to surface renter questions, building signals, and open-data notes, then review the full lease, rider terms, and any building rules (move-in process, pets, laundry, storage) before signing.

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

Even when a unit looks affordable, confirm the total monthly and upfront costs: whether there’s a broker fee, the security deposit amount, any application fees, and which utilities you pay. Ask for a written breakdown before moving forward.