Pre-war buildings near the BX2 bus in NYC

On Openigloo, “pre-war” refers to buildings built before 1947. Use it as a building-age filter, then confirm unit-level details directly with the landlord or management.

The filter focuses your results to buildings located along or near the BX2 bus corridor. Exact walk time can vary, so check the map and directions for the unit you’re considering.

You can review building-level signals, read reviews, and use tenant Q&A to compare management practices and common issues. It’s a screening tool before you spend time touring.

Ask about heat and hot water performance, elevator status and upkeep, HVAC condition, pest control history/approach, and whether any recent work was done to major systems or the building envelope.

No. Building-level information can’t guarantee unit-specific conditions. Always confirm details like layout, noise from the street, current finishes, and any pending work with the building directly.

Yes. Even with a good asking price, renters typically still need to plan for the full monthly move-in cost items like broker fees, deposits, and utilities where applicable—confirm what applies to your specific application.

Bring the topics you see in tenant Q&A to the tour: ask what changed, how issues are handled now, and whether repairs are scheduled. Prioritize answers that address recurring concerns rather than only one-off responses.