Pre-war buildings near the SIM11 bus in Kips Bay
Kips Bay is a Manhattan neighborhood where many renters prioritize straightforward transit access and walkable daily routines. On Openigloo, you can filter to buildings that match specific commute needs and building types, including pre-war options near the SIM11 bus. For Kips Bay right now, avg_building_rating is 3.7/5 across 138 rated buildings. (building-level trends; individual units can differ)
This page covers 172+ pre-war buildings near the SIM11 bus in Kips Bay, Manhattan. Use it to compare buildings that match both filters: pre-war construction and a SIM11-bus commute. Openigloo brings building signals together so you can narrow down faster. Look at rated-building scores, read what renters mention, and use Openigloo’s building details to sanity-check the basics before you reach out to the landlord or broker.
Pre-war buildings near the SIM11 bus in Kips Bay
Showing 73–90 of 172 pre-war buildings near the SIM11 bus in Kips Bay.
/-73.979692,40.741695,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
223 East 28 Street
Kips Bay
/-73.980305,40.741508,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
208 East 28 Street
Kips Bay
/-73.980857,40.74057,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
215 East 26 Street
Kips Bay
/-73.979719,40.746053,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
231 Lexington Avenue
Kips Bay
/-73.979772,40.741726,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
221 East 28 Street
Kips Bay
/-73.981435,40.739543,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
214 East 25 Street
Kips Bay
/-73.979019,40.74176,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
230 East 29 Street
Kips Bay

61 Lexington Avenue
Kips Bay
/-73.978702,40.738854,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
321 E 25 St
Kips Bay
/-73.980817,40.739282,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
234 East 25 Street
Kips Bay
/-73.98048,40.74363,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
147 East 30 Street
Kips Bay
/-73.981495,40.741714,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
380 3 Avenue
Kips Bay

220 East 25 Street
Kips Bay
/-73.980649,40.743699,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
143 East 30 Street
Kips Bay
/-73.980951,40.744271,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
175 Lexington Avenue
Kips Bay

493 2 Avenue
Kips Bay
/-73.979852,40.74176,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
219 East 28 Street
Kips Bay
/-73.978774,40.738903,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
319 E 25 St
Kips Bay
What to check before choosing a pre-war building near the SIM11 bus in Kips Bay
- Filter scope check: these buildings are tagged as pre-war and within the SIM11 bus area, so confirm exact cross-streets and walking time for your typical route.
- Read the “rated buildings” score (3.7/5 across 138 rated buildings) as a starting point, then verify what applies to the unit you want (noise, elevator reliability, heat/water behavior).
- Because building age varies within “pre-war,” ask about radiator heating, hot water recovery, and any recent façade or boiler work before committing.
- Match commute to schedule: SIM11 service frequency can vary by time of day, so test your route at your usual departure time.
- Watch costs beyond rent: ask for the full move-in picture (security deposit, fees, and any recurring building charges) even if the asking price looks workable.