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

The scope is Manhattan buildings that meet both criteria: they’re pre-war buildings (built before 1947) and they’re near an L train commute route.

How many buildings match this filter right now?

Openigloo currently shows 3,238+ buildings matching the L-train + pre-war criteria in Manhattan (as of 2026-07-07).

Are these buildings all verified as “near” the L train?

They’re matched to your L-train filter, but “near” can vary by block and street access. Before applying, confirm the specific stop you’ll commute from and walking time from the building.

Do pre-war buildings have more maintenance risk?

Pre-war stock can vary widely. Use tenant Q&A and review notes to look for patterns, then ask the building management about current systems and any recent capital work relevant to your unit.

What fees and costs should I budget for when I find a building I like?

At minimum, budget for the full move-in picture: security deposit, broker fees if applicable, and any move-in or building fees, plus clarify utilities for your specific unit.

Will lease terms differ for pre-war buildings near the L train?

Lease terms can vary by building and unit type. Use the building’s details and tenant Q&A to understand renewal timing, rent changes, and how issues are handled during tenancy.

Which questions should I ask before scheduling an application?

Ask about the exact unit’s condition, current heating/hot water performance, recent updates (if any), noise considerations for your side of the building, and how maintenance requests are tracked and resolved.

Pre-war buildings near the L train in Manhattan

Pre-war buildings near the L train in Manhattan: 3,238+ buildings matched for this L-train + pre-war filter pair. That means you’re looking for older pre-1947 buildings located along/near L line commutes. Openigloo helps you narrow down buildings faster by showing which buildings match your commute and age filters, plus building-level signals like ratings and review notes. You can also use tenant Q&A and the open-data-backed context to flag questions to ask before you sign, so you compare buildings with the same baseline in mind.

Showing 2,917–2,934 of 3,238 pre-war buildings near the L train in Manhattan.

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190 1 Avenue

3.8(1)

East Village

Pre-war buildings near the L train in Manhattan

Pre-war buildings near the L train in Manhattan

190 1 Avenue

186 Avenue B

237 West 20 Street

149 2 Avenue

626 East 14 Street

184 8 Avenue

139 West 14 Street

184 West 10 Street

28 East 13 Street

50 Jane Street

404 West 22 Street

49 Grove Street

212 East 12 Street

121 Bank Street

232 8 Avenue

196 West 10 Street

215 West 14 Street

235 West 19 Street

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