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

It groups buildings built before 1947. For older buildings, finishes and mechanical systems can vary, so it’s worth confirming what’s been updated and what hasn’t with the management office.

What does “near the SIM1C bus” filter mean in practice?

It’s meant to surface buildings that are located along a realistic walk-and-commute radius of the SIM1C corridor. Stop locations and block-by-block conditions still change commute time, so verify the walking route at the time you’d typically travel.

How many buildings match this pre-war + SIM1C scope in Chinatown?

There are 121+ buildings in this scope right now. Openigloo shows you the eligible buildings, then you can compare unit availability on each building page.

Are the ratings on Openigloo based on apartment reviews?

They’re based on rated buildings signals on the platform. Use them as a starting point, then read tenant-reported notes and ask the current staff about anything that would affect your specific unit.

What should I ask the leasing office before applying?

Ask about lease start and end dates, whether any recent repairs are planned, how maintenance requests are handled, and a clear breakdown of move-in requirements (deposit and any fees).

Does “near transit” mean I’ll get a quieter unit?

Not automatically. Older buildings on busy corridors can have more street noise depending on exposure and window placement. Confirm with the broker/management which units have better sound conditions.

Which neighborhoods are trending right now 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 SIM1C bus in Chinatown

Chinatown in Manhattan is a dense, transit-oriented neighborhood where building blocks can feel very different from one street to the next. On Openigloo, this page narrows your search to pre-war buildings near the SIM1C bus route. For Chinatown, rated buildings average 3.2/5 across 19 rated buildings (building-level trends; individual units can differ)

Find pre-war buildings near the SIM1C bus in Chinatown. This scope includes 121+ buildings, filtered to focus on older housing stock and convenient bus access. Openigloo helps you short-list buildings using rated building signals plus what renters report during their searches and tours. Use the building pages to compare concerns and amenities, review tenant notes, and double-check key details with the leasing team before you sign.

Showing 91–108 of 121 pre-war buildings near the SIM1C bus in Chinatown.

Rent-stabilized

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67 Mott Street

2.4(2)

Chinatown

Pre-war buildings near the SIM1C bus in Chinatown

Pre-war buildings near the SIM1C bus in Chinatown

67 Mott Street

19 Pell St

25 Pell Street

78 Bayard Street

91 Baxter Street

83 Bayard St

20 Pell Street

119 Rear Baxter Street

77 Mulberry Street

19 Doyers Street

32 Mulberry Street

65 Mott Street

50 Mott Street

89 Mulberry Street

70 Bayard Street

20 Mulberry Street

190 Hester Street

30 Mulberry St

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