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

It refers to buildings built before 1947. These buildings can have different layouts, systems, and upkeep patterns than newer construction, so it’s worth comparing building-level details and renter Q&A.

How does the W-train filter work here?

It limits results to buildings near the W train, so your commute route is consistent. Still, walk time and station access can vary by block, so confirm your actual route and timing.

What does the 155+ building_count represent?

It’s the live number of buildings that match your combined filters in this Chinatown scope on Openigloo (as of 2026-07-07). Availability can change over time, so re-check when you’re ready to apply.

How should I use ratings and “rated buildings” on Openigloo?

Treat the rating as a building-level signal based on the set of rated buildings in this scope, then corroborate with the details in renter Q&A and recent notes. Ratings don’t replace a direct conversation with the building or landlord.

What should I confirm with the building before signing?

Ask about move-in timing, deposits and fees, and any house rules that affect daily life (noise, laundry access, package delivery, and guest policy). For pre-war buildings, also ask about how maintenance requests are handled.

Is this page showing affordable or income-restricted housing?

No. This page is based on building age and train proximity filters, not income-restricted, subsidized (including Section 8), NYCHA/HPD programs, or housing-lottery affordable housing.

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 W train in Chinatown

Chinatown is a Manhattan neighborhood where renters often narrow choices by both location and building type. This page focuses on pre-war buildings near the W train, giving you a targeted set of buildings to compare in one area. In Chinatown, the avg_building_rating is 3.2/5 across 19 rated buildings (building-level trends; individual units can differ)

Pre-war buildings near the W train in Chinatown: browse 155+ buildings that match both filters on Openigloo. Use this page to focus your search on older construction and a commute along the W line. Openigloo brings together building-level signals (including ratings from rated buildings) and renter-first context so you can compare buildings more efficiently. You can also use Q&A and review details to confirm what matters for your move, before you sign a lease.

Showing 109–126 of 155 pre-war buildings near the W train in Chinatown.

Rent-stabilized

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83 Baxter Street

3.8(8)

Chinatown

Pre-war buildings near the W train in Chinatown

Pre-war buildings near the W train in Chinatown

83 Baxter Street

54 Mulberry Street

174 Hester Street

111 Mott Street

102 Bayard Street

77 Baxter Street

40 Mulberry Street

119 Mott Street

10 Elizabeth Street

67 Mott Street

19 Pell St

25 Pell Street

78 Bayard Street

91 Baxter Street

83 Bayard St

20 Pell Street

56 Elizabeth Street

119 Rear Baxter Street

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Pre-war buildings near the W train in other NYC boroughs

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