Pre-war buildings near the Z train in East Village
East Village building renters use this area for a dense mix of older buildings and everyday access to transit. On Openigloo, this scope also focuses on pre-war buildings near the Z train. In East Village, rated buildings average 3.4/5 across 466 rated buildings. (building-level trends; individual units can differ)
Find pre-war buildings near the Z train in Manhattan’s East Village, with 347+ buildings currently matching this scope. Use this page to narrow by age of building and walkability to the Z line, then compare what renters report about day-to-day living. Openigloo combines renter-first insights with building-level signals pulled from open data and community feedback. As you shortlist buildings, read the rated building notes and tenant Q&A to spot recurring issues, confirm details with the leasing office, and avoid surprises when you apply.
Pre-war buildings near the Z train in East Village
Showing 1–18 of 347 pre-war buildings near the Z train in East Village.

21 Avenue B
East Village
/-73.983347,40.724592,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
519 East 5 Street
East Village
/-73.990336,40.723894,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
35 East 1 Street
East Village
/-73.991046,40.726295,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
7 East 3 Street
East Village
/-73.983282,40.721826,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
209 East 2 Street
East Village
/-73.979472,40.721814,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
320 East 4 Street
East Village

53 2 Avenue
East Village
/-73.988008,40.723398,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
16 1 Avenue
East Village
/-73.979927,40.723102,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
653 East 5 Street
East Village
/-73.988426,40.724243,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
82 East 2 Street
East Village
/-73.980955,40.722841,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
279 East 4 Street
East Village
/-73.981524,40.722628,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
268 East 4 Street
East Village
/-73.988561,40.72352,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
15 1 Avenue
East Village
/-73.979884,40.721556,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
285 East 3 Street
East Village
/-73.981556,40.723475,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
610 East 5 Street
East Village
/-73.980243,40.722534,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
55 Avenue C
East Village
/-73.987461,40.723485,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
105 East 2 Street
East Village
/-73.978056,40.721265,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
358 East 4 Street
East Village
What to check before choosing a pre-war building near the Z train in East Village
- What you’ll see: building pages for pre-war buildings in the East Village that are near the Z train, with renter-focused information to help you compare.
- Confirm building basics before signing: elevator availability, laundry setup, heat/hot water details, and any documented building rules that affect move-in.
- Verify the practical commute: check your walking route to Z-train stops at the times you’ll travel, not just station proximity.
- If you’re sensitive to noise or construction: message the building with your specific unit concerns (street-facing, courtyard, nearest cross-streets).
- Use the full cost checklist: deposits, move-in fees, and utilities can change your monthly budget even when the asking rent looks similar across buildings.