Pre-war buildings near the BXM11 bus in NYC

It refers to buildings constructed before 1947. Use the filter to focus your search on older building stock, then verify condition and upgrades directly with the building.

The page scope ties building eligibility to proximity to the BXM11 route. Treat it as a location convenience filter, and still confirm your actual walk time and stop access for the exact address.

Openigloo currently shows 4,786+ buildings that match the pre-war and BXM11 bus filters (as of 2026-07-07).

Ask about building systems (heat/hot water, plumbing), elevator reliability (if applicable), and any known recurring maintenance issues. For your unit, confirm what’s been updated and what’s still original.

They’re a strong starting point, but they’re not the final answer. Use them to form targeted questions, then get written confirmation for what matters to you (fees, repairs, included items, and move-in terms).

Even with a strong rental price, pre-war building moves can still require a full set of costs like deposit and broker fee, plus any standard building fees. Confirm the full monthly and one-time costs the building expects.

Yes. Repairs, availability, and policies can change quickly. Re-check details with the building or leasing office before signing, especially for anything mentioned in renter Q&A.