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Pre-war buildings near the 5 train in Woodlawn

Woodlawn is a Bronx neighborhood where renters often look for a commute-friendly base and a mix of older building stock. This page focuses on pre-war buildings near the 5 train, which can help you target your search around both era and transit access. In Woodlawn, your open options come from 162+ buildings. (building-level trends; individual units can differ)

Find pre-war buildings near the 5 train in Woodlawn. This page covers 162+ eligible buildings so you can compare options without starting from scratch. Openigloo pulls building-level signals and renter-focused details together in one place, including what to verify before you sign. Use ratings and reviews from rated buildings, plus Openigloo’s tenant Q&A, to pressure-test commute fit, condition, and policies before you tour.

Pre-war buildings near the 5 train in Woodlawn

Showing 1–18 of 162 pre-war buildings near the 5 train in Woodlawn.

278 East 237 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

278 East 237 Street

Woodlawn

No evictions
35 open violations
8 litigation cases
No bedbug history
2011 Nereid Avenue

2011 Nereid Avenue

Woodlawn

No evictions
7 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
4300 Katonah Avenue

4300 Katonah Avenue

Woodlawn

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
4722 Matilda Avenue

4722 Matilda Avenue

Woodlawn

No evictions
9 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
4319 Oneida Avenue

4319 Oneida Avenue

Woodlawn

No evictions
16 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
335 East 236 Street

335 East 236 Street

Woodlawn

No evictions
16 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
141 East 236 Street

141 East 236 Street

Woodlawn

No evictions
5 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
2015 Camp Street

2015 Camp Street

Woodlawn

2 evictions
28 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
635 East 241 Street

635 East 241 Street

Woodlawn

No evictions
13 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
278 East 239 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

278 East 239 Street

Woodlawn

6 evictions
40 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
268 East 237 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

268 East 237 Street

Woodlawn

No evictions
7 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
4235 DE Reimer Avenue

4235 DE Reimer Avenue

Woodlawn

No evictions
7 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
259 East 235 Street
Good cause

259 East 235 Street

Woodlawn

1 eviction
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
4712 Osman Place

4712 Osman Place

Woodlawn

1 eviction
9 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
257 East 238 Street

257 East 238 Street

Woodlawn

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
251 East 236 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

251 East 236 Street

Woodlawn

2 evictions
29 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
319 East 235 Street

319 East 235 Street

Woodlawn

1 eviction
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
643 East 241 Street

643 East 241 Street

Woodlawn

No evictions
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history

What to check before for pre-war buildings near the 5 train in Woodlawn

  • Use the 5-train + pre-war filters to narrow by construction era and commute, then open each building to check current availability and unit details.
  • Confirm the lease basics (term, renewal expectations, and any fees) directly with the building or management, since policies can differ by unit and landlord.
  • If a building is pre-war, ask about window operation, heating consistency, and any recent work (especially in bedrooms and common areas).
  • Look for practical transit fit: verify walking time to the nearest 5 train stop for your specific route and time of day.
  • Match expectations to building rules by reviewing pet policy, laundry arrangements, and move-in requirements if they’re listed for that building.

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