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 7,651–7,668 of 10,386 pre-war buildings near the B train in Manhattan.

606 West 148 Street

4.0(3)

Hamilton Heights

No evictions

8 open violations

Pre-war buildings near the B train in Manhattan

Pre-war buildings near the B train in Manhattan

606 West 148 Street

229 Columbus Avenue

54 Eldridge Street

537 West 150 Street

230 Thompson Street

829 9 Avenue

519 West 134 Street

503 West 148 Street

17 West 103 Street

211 West 80 Street

72 Orchard Street

126 East 4 Street

321 Columbus Avenue

283 West 147 Street

140 West 55 Street

165 Mulberry Street

40 West 95 Street

345 West 48 Street

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