What does “near the BX5 bus” mean on this page?

It’s a location-based filter intended to keep your building search close to the BX5 route in Westchester Square, so your commute options are easier to compare. Still, confirm the walk time to the stop you’ll use before committing.

What qualifies as “pre-war” in this filter?

The pre-war filter targets buildings built before 1947. Treat it as a building-era filter, not a guarantee of condition—inspect units and ask about repairs, heating, and water pressure.

How does Openigloo help me vet these pre-war buildings beyond photos?

Openigloo building pages compile renter-first signals and tenant Q&A-style information so you can spot patterns (for example, recurring maintenance or management issues). Use those clues, then verify details directly with the landlord or agent.

Are there any costs I should budget for besides the asking rent?

Yes. Even with the right building match, the full monthly cost can include deposit and move-in fees, plus utilities depending on the lease. Ask for the complete cost breakdown before you apply.

Are pre-war buildings likely to have issues I should ask about?

They can. Ask specifically about heating system reliability, hot-water performance, pest history and current controls, and recent maintenance. Don’t rely on building-era alone—ask for the latest documentation the manager can share.

Which neighborhoods are trending in this Bronx scope right now?

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

Pre-war buildings near the BX5 bus in Westchester Square

Westchester Square is a Bronx neighborhood where renters often look for buildings with a practical commute, especially when they want to stay close to the BX5 bus corridor. This page focuses on pre-war buildings in that area so you can compare housing stock from the same construction-era window. Right now, Westchester Square has 85+ buildings in scope for this page, which is enough to compare options while keeping your location and building-era criteria consistent. (building-level trends; individual units can differ)

This page helps you browse buildings in Westchester Square, Bronx, near the BX5 bus, limited to pre-war properties. There are 85+ eligible buildings right now, so you can compare options without starting from scratch. On Openigloo, each building page brings together renter-used signals like building details, ratings from rated buildings, and question-and-answer content from tenants. You can also cross-check open-data style indicators tied to the building and then confirm specifics directly with the landlord or managing agent before you sign a lease.

Showing 37–54 of 85 pre-war buildings near the BX5 bus in Westchester Square.

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1419 Rowland Street

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Pre-war buildings near the BX5 bus in Westchester Square

Pre-war buildings near the BX5 bus in Westchester Square

1419 Rowland Street

1315 Herschell Street

1416 Parker Street

1442 Zerega Avenue

2286 Lyon Avenue

1438 Glover Street

2224 Lyon Avenue

2418 Glebe Avenue

2212 Lyon Avenue

1421 Rowland Street

1405 Doris Street

2302 Lyon Avenue

1320 Herschell Street

2435 Frisby Avenue

1412 Doris Street

1343 Herschell Street

1372 Zerega Avenue

1307 Herschell Street

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