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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 37–54 of 162 pre-war buildings near the 5 train in Woodlawn.

4382 Martha Avenue

4382 Martha Avenue

Woodlawn

No evictions
16 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
439 East 240 Street

439 East 240 Street

Woodlawn

No evictions
9 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
800 Cranford Avenue

800 Cranford Avenue

Woodlawn

1 eviction
4 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
239 East 236 Street

239 East 236 Street

Woodlawn

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
219 East 237 Street
Rent-stabilized

219 East 237 Street

Woodlawn

No evictions
No open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
267 East 234 Street

267 East 234 Street

Woodlawn

No evictions
8 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
110 East 236 Street

110 East 236 Street

Woodlawn

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
4279 Webster Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

4279 Webster Avenue

Woodlawn

No evictions
No open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
320 East 235 Street

320 East 235 Street

Woodlawn

No evictions
3 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
512 East 234 Street

512 East 234 Street

Woodlawn

No evictions
4 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
4737 Matilda Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

4737 Matilda Avenue

Woodlawn

1 eviction
8 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
270 East 235 Street
Rent-stabilized

270 East 235 Street

Woodlawn

No evictions
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
420 East 236 Street

420 East 236 Street

Woodlawn

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
408 East 237 Street

408 East 237 Street

Woodlawn

No evictions
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
679 East 241 Street

679 East 241 Street

Woodlawn

1 eviction
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
272 East 237 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

272 East 237 Street

Woodlawn

No evictions
43 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
4279 Katonah Avenue

4279 Katonah Avenue

Woodlawn

No evictions
9 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
4300 Martha Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

4300 Martha Avenue

Woodlawn

3 evictions
1 open violation
1 litigation case
No bedbug history

What to check before choosing a pre-war building 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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