What does “3-train + pre-war” mean on this page?

It’s a combined scope for Manhattan buildings that are located near stops served by the 3 train and that were built before 1947 (pre-war).

How many buildings are included right now?

There are 7,630+ pre-war buildings near the 3 train in Manhattan in this scope as of 2026-07-07.

Does “pre-war” tell me how well a building is maintained?

Not by itself. It describes when the building was built. Use Openigloo building pages and rated building feedback to look for maintenance patterns, then confirm current conditions directly with the building.

What should I confirm before applying for apartments for rent in pre-war buildings?

Confirm elevator status and usage hours, laundry access, any recent upgrades, noise considerations (street and line-of-sight), and move-in logistics (timelines, deposits, and required documents).

Are there any fees or costs I might miss if I only look at asking rent?

Yes. Beyond rent, ask about broker fee (if applicable), deposit amounts, and which utilities or building charges are included versus billed separately.

Is the location “near the 3 train” an exact street address match?

No. It’s an eligibility scope around the 3 line. Check each building’s station access and verify your real walking/transfer time based on the exact route you’ll use.

Which neighborhoods are trending right now in this scope?

East Village with 11,857+ buildings; Yorkville with 9,328+ buildings; Hell's Kitchen with 6,943+ buildings; Lenox Hill with 8,357+ buildings; Kips Bay with 4,472+ buildings.

Pre-war buildings near the 3 train in Manhattan

This page covers 7,630+ pre-war buildings near the 3 train in Manhattan. The filters are paired: “3-train” (location along the 3 line) and “pre-war” (built before 1947), so you can focus on building stock and commute proximity at the same time. Openigloo helps you narrow by viewing building-level info, Openigloo review scores from rated buildings, and practical signals gathered from public records and building pages. When you’re comparing apartments for rent, use the building view to confirm policies directly (lease terms, move-in steps, and fees) before you apply.

Showing 397–414 of 7,630 pre-war buildings near the 3 train in Manhattan.

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270 Lenox Avenue

South Harlem

Pre-war buildings near the 3 train in Manhattan

Pre-war buildings near the 3 train in Manhattan

270 Lenox Avenue

301 West 113 Street

30 Edgecombe Avenue

105 West 131 Street

327 West 19 Street

346 Lenox Avenue

185 West 135 Street

52 Jane Street

114 West 114 Street

22 West 128 Street

8 Perry Street

2405 7 Avenue

491 Manhattan Avenue

10 East 127 Street

59 West 119 Street

125 West 15 Street

2026 Madison Avenue

232 West 101 Street

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