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

It refers to buildings constructed before 1947. Use the building page to verify features and current conditions, since updates vary by address.

What does “near the B train” include in this search?

The scope is Manhattan and the filter is based on proximity to the B train corridor. Still, “near” can mean different walking times—check the route and time from the exact street address.

How do I use Openigloo signals to compare pre-war buildings?

Start with the building page: look at rated building info, review tenant Q&A, and cross-check with photos and any open-data signals shown. Then confirm specifics with the super or leasing office.

Are there common issues to ask about in pre-war buildings?

Yes—older buildings can have more variability in systems and maintenance. Ask about elevator reliability, heating performance, hot-water delivery, pest prevention, and how maintenance requests are tracked.

Do tenant questions and building data tell me the full story?

They help, but conditions can change. Use the information as a starting point, then ask direct questions about current status, recent repairs, and any upcoming work that could affect daily life or move-in.

Is the B-train location filter a guarantee that a unit is quiet or convenient?

No. Proximity to a subway doesn’t predict noise, light, or layout. Use the building page and the unit walk-through to confirm window exposure, insulation, and noise from street or station activity.

Which neighborhoods are trending on Openigloo right now?

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

Pre-war buildings near the B train in Manhattan

This page helps you find pre-war buildings near the B train in Manhattan. Eligible buildings: 10,386+. Use Openigloo to narrow by building signals and compare what you see in-person with what tenants and renters report. For each building, you can review rated buildings, see structured open-data indicators, and read tenant Q&A so you can ask the right questions before you sign.

Showing 6,517–6,534 of 10,386 pre-war buildings near the B train in Manhattan.

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50 West 72 Street

3.6(11)

All Upper West Side

Pre-war buildings near the B train in Manhattan

Pre-war buildings near the B train in Manhattan

50 West 72 Street

203 West 85 Street

200 Clinton Street

217 Thompson Street

8 Rivington Street

407 West 51 Street

222 Thompson Street

84 E 4 St

168 Rivington Street

228 West 71 Street

555 West 151 Street

19 West 69 Street

162 West 80 Street

253 West 72 Street

336 Bleecker Street

170 Delancey Street

611 West 148 Street

132 Ludlow St

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