Pre-war buildings near the M98 bus in East Harlem

It means the building was constructed before 1947. Because buildings vary widely, still confirm unit-by-unit details like repairs, systems age, and whether there are recent improvements.

It limits the building set to those located near the M98 route. Use it as a commute starting point, then confirm the closest stop and your walking route for the specific address you’re considering.

There are 1,034+ buildings in this scope (pre-war + near the M98 bus) as of 2026-07-07.

Openigloo aggregates renter-focused building signals, including tenant Q&A and a rating score based on rated buildings in this neighborhood. Use those signals to decide what to ask next with the building.

No. Ratings reflect overall building experience across rated buildings, but conditions can vary by unit and over time. Ask about the specific unit’s current issues, repair timeline, and any ongoing work.

Renter questions and scored signals can reflect patterns, but they may lag real-world changes. Treat Openigloo as a way to start questions, then confirm details directly with management before signing.

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