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

The listings shown are in Chelsea and match both filters: (1) pre-war buildings built before 1947, and (2) proximity to the E subway line for commuting convenience.

How many buildings are eligible right now in Chelsea for this filter pair?

There are 655+ pre-war buildings near the E train in Chelsea on Openigloo right now.

Are the building ratings on Openigloo based on reviews?

Yes. Chelsea’s pre-war + E-train scope includes 111 rated buildings with an average rating of 3.7/5. Use the rating as one signal, and still read the building-specific details and Q&A.

Does “near the E train” guarantee short walk times?

No. The filter helps narrow the map area, but it does not guarantee a specific walk time. Confirm the station entrance you’ll use, plus the route you’ll take at your typical travel hours.

What should I ask about in older (pre-war) buildings before I sign?

Ask about heating and hot water reliability, elevator operation if applicable, laundry setup, any planned capital work, and how maintenance requests are handled. Also confirm the exact move-in process and timeline.

Where does Openigloo’s info come from, and what should I verify directly?

Openigloo combines building data signals and renter-contributed Q&A. Even when signals look promising, verify unit-specific details (rent, fees, utilities, move-in costs, and any restrictions) with the building or leasing office.

Which neighborhoods are trending in this scope?

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 E train in Chelsea

Chelsea has 3.7/5 rated buildings on Openigloo across 111 rated buildings, which can help you benchmark pre-war building options as you compare commute access to the E train. Use the filter pair to narrow down buildings that fit both your building-age preference and your transit needs. As you shortlist, rely on the building-level details and tenant Q&A to sanity-check what the map and filters suggest, since unit differences and building operations can vary (building-level trends; individual units can differ)

Find 655+ pre-war buildings near the E train in Chelsea using Openigloo’s combined filters. This page is for buildings built before 1947, and located along the E subway line for easier commutes. Openigloo helps you compare buildings with rated building data, plus tenant-focused Q&A and open-data signals that can flag questions to ask early. Use this page to narrow by E-train access and building age, then verify unit details, fees, and lease terms directly with the building.

Showing 613–630 of 655 pre-war buildings near the E train in Chelsea.

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228 West 24 Street

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Chelsea

Pre-war buildings near the E train in Chelsea

Pre-war buildings near the E train in Chelsea

228 West 24 Street

227 West 15 Street

338 9 Avenue

117 West 15 Street

113 West 15 Street

304 8 Avenue

265 West 19 Street

233 West 19 Street

240 West 20 Street

212 West 16 Street

110 8 Avenue

220 West 22 Street

301 West 29 Street

146 West 17 Street

222 West 17 Street

343 West 29 Street

204 9 Avenue

226 West 16 Street

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