Pre-war buildings near the B39 bus in Manhattan

It means the buildings were constructed before 1947, so the page is filtered to older building stock within the Manhattan scope.

The search is narrowed to buildings near the B39 bus route area in Manhattan, so you can prioritize commutes along that corridor.

No. Pre-war buildings can vary a lot by building and unit. Confirm the specific amenities you care about (elevator, laundry, package room, and any outdoor space) with the building before you commit.

Ask about current maintenance standards (heat/hot water reliability), any recent renovations, and how building policies are enforced. Also verify the exact lease term, renewal approach, and any move-in requirements.

Openigloo uses building-level data, review signals, and other open-data inputs where available to help you compare options. You should still confirm all details directly with the building or managing agent.

If you’re open to slightly beyond the B39 route area, compare this page against nearby Manhattan neighborhoods you’re already considering, since commuting access and building inventory can change block by block.

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.