What does the “5-train” filter mean on this page?

It limits the list to buildings near the 5 train, based on Openigloo’s building-to-transit matching. Still confirm the route and walk time from the specific address before applying.

What qualifies as “pre-war” here?

This filter targets buildings built before 1947. Ask the building for the year built and any major system updates so you understand what “pre-war” looks like today.

How many buildings are currently eligible in Kips Bay with these filters?

There are 45+ buildings on this page that match the Kips Bay scope plus the 5-train and pre-war criteria.

How should I use the building rating for decision-making?

Treat the rating as context. For Kips Bay, rated buildings average 3.7/5 across 138 rated buildings. Verify details (unit condition, fees, and rules) with the building for any specific apartment.

What should I confirm about older buildings before signing?

Confirm heat/hot water coverage, elevator status, any known maintenance issues, and whether renovations affect current costs or rules. Also clarify move-in requirements and the exact monthly breakdown (rent plus utilities and any recurring fees).

Do ratings and tenant notes reflect current conditions?

They can lag real-world changes. Use Openigloo signals to shortlist, then ask the leasing office and/or property manager about what’s changed recently.

Which neighborhoods are trending in this scope right now?

East Village with 11,857+ buildings; Yorkville with 9,328+ buildings; Lenox Hill with 8,357+ buildings; Hell's Kitchen with 6,943+ buildings; Fulton/Seaport with 1,758+ buildings.

Pre-war buildings near the 5 train in Kips Bay

Kips Bay in Manhattan is an area where commuters often plan around subway access, and you’ll find a mix of older residential buildings close to major lines. This page focuses on pre-war buildings near the 5 train, helping you narrow by both building age and commute fit. For Kips Bay, rated buildings average 3.7/5 across 138 rated buildings (building-level trends; individual units can differ)

Find pre-war buildings near the 5 train in Kips Bay. This page covers 45+ buildings, filtered to match both the transit commute and building age. Use Openigloo to narrow your search with building-level signals, rated-building context, and practical renter notes. You can compare what people report about management, upkeep, and move-in realities, then verify the specifics that matter to you directly with each building.

Showing 1–18 of 45 pre-war buildings near the 5 train in Kips Bay.

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153 East 32 Street

Kips Bay

Pre-war buildings near the 5 train in Kips Bay

Pre-war buildings near the 5 train in Kips Bay

153 East 32 Street

167 East 33 Street

243 East 33 Street

212 East 34 Street

163 East 33 Street

497 3 Avenue

143 East 23 Street

617 2 Avenue

160 East 33 Street

210 East 34 Street

151 East 33 Street

621 2 Avenue

138 East 34 Street

155 East 23 Street

144 East 24 Street

211 East 33 Street

227 Lexington Avenue

231 Lexington Avenue

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