What does “near transit” mean on this Chinatown buildings page?

It’s a filter applied to buildings in Chinatown that are positioned for easier commuting access. Use Openigloo to compare buildings, then confirm your exact subway stop and walking path for your schedule.

What does “pre-war” include?

It generally refers to buildings constructed before 1947. On this page, you’ll see older stock in Chinatown so you can compare the building-level details that often vary by block and era.

How many buildings match these filters right now?

Openigloo currently shows 274+ buildings in Chinatown for the near-transit + pre-war filter pair.

Does the neighborhood rating reflect every unit in the building?

No. The 3.2/5 score is based on rated buildings (across 19 rated buildings). Unit conditions can differ, so use the building page details and renter questions to validate what you’re considering.

What should I confirm before requesting a showing in older buildings?

Ask about elevator operation (if applicable), heating approach, laundry availability, hot water consistency, and any recent building maintenance notes. Older buildings can have differences that aren’t obvious from photos.

Where does Openigloo’s building information come from?

Openigloo aggregates building-level signals and renter-submitted context displayed on each building page. Use it to narrow options, then confirm the final terms with the building management or listing contact.

Which neighborhoods are trending in this scope?

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

Pre-war buildings near transit in Chinatown

In Chinatown, you’ll find older Manhattan housing stock clustered around major streets and transit options. This makes it useful for renters who want commuting convenience while still comparing pre-war building conditions across different blocks. Openigloo’s Chinatown signals include a 3.2/5 average building rating across 19 rated buildings (building-level trends; individual units can differ)

Find pre-war buildings near transit in Chinatown with 274+ buildings to explore on Openigloo. This filter pair is for older walk-up and mid-rise stock that’s still close to subway and commuting routes, so you can focus on location first. Openigloo helps you narrow down from live building data, then cross-check with rated building signals and renter questions before you request a showing. For each building, you can review what people have reported, compare building-level details, and confirm the practical items that matter for move-in (fees, lease terms, and what the building actually offers).

Showing 145–162 of 274 pre-war buildings near transit in Chinatown.

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Pre-war buildings near transit in Chinatown

Pre-war buildings near transit in Chinatown

74 Hester Street

87 Baxter Street

43 Bayard Street

44 Hester Street

60 Mulberry St

85 Bowery

23 Orchard Street

32 Orchard Street

102 Rear Bayard Street

60 Rear Mulberry Street

121 Rear Baxter Street

11 Allen Street

81 Mulberry Street

24 Ludlow Street

174 Canal Street

31 Allen Street

49 Bayard Street

23 Essex St

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