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

“Pre-war” refers to buildings constructed before 1947. Filter results should reflect that building-era category so you can narrow your search by age and typical construction/layout patterns.

How many eligible buildings are showing for this BX19 + pre-war filter in Central Harlem?

The page includes 851+ buildings in Central Harlem that match the BX19 and pre-war criteria.

How does Openigloo use building ratings here?

You’ll see an average rating of 3.1/5 across 99 rated buildings. Treat it as a starting signal, then focus on the specific issues renters flag for the buildings you want to tour.

What should I verify before applying to a pre-war building?

Ask about heating and hot-water reliability, elevator frequency/maintenance, any known pest-prevention practices, and whether the building has had recent upgrades (plumbing/electrical) that affect daily living.

The filter is “near the BX19 bus.” How close is close enough?

“Near” can vary by stop distance and walking routes. Before applying, confirm the exact stop(s) you’ll use and map the walk time for your typical schedule.

Does the rating number guarantee the apartment will be problem-free?

No. Ratings are a useful signal across rated buildings, but individual units and short-term conditions can differ. Use the record plus direct questions to management for your specific unit.

Which neighborhoods are trending right now in this scope?

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

Pre-war buildings near the BX19 bus in Central Harlem

Central Harlem is a Manhattan neighborhood where you can focus your search on pre-war buildings around key transit routes like the BX19 bus. With 851+ eligible buildings on this page, Openigloo helps you compare building-level signals while you narrow to what fits your commute and budget. For building quality signals in Central Harlem, the average building rating is 3.1/5 across 99 rated buildings (building-level trends; individual units can differ)

Find pre-war buildings near the BX19 bus in Central Harlem. Openigloo has 851+ eligible buildings you can compare by building signals and what renters report. Use Openigloo to sort through building-level data like ratings from rated buildings, plus what previous renters and residents note. The page is built for practical questions: what to ask before applying, what fees to plan for, and how to verify conditions that open data can’t fully confirm.

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149 West 142 Street

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Pre-war buildings near the BX19 bus in Central Harlem

Pre-war buildings near the BX19 bus in Central Harlem

149 West 142 Street

243 West 135 Street

32 Macombs Place

104 West 137 Street

247 West 139 Street

255 West 137 Street

111 West 138 Street

2919 Frederick Douglass Boulevard

226 West 140 Street

208 West 141 Street

225 West 145 Street

255 West 139 Street

117 West 138 Street

181 West 135 Street

2890 Frederick Douglass Boulevard

274 W 140 St

221 West 135 Street

271 West 146 Street

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