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Pre-war buildings near the R train in Lenox Hill

Lenox Hill is a Manhattan neighborhood where you can find a mix of older building stock and residents who commute across multiple lines. On Openigloo, this page narrows to pre-war buildings near the R train, with 418+ eligible buildings. For building-quality signals, Lenox Hill shows an average building rating of 3.6/5 across 234 rated buildings (building-level trends; individual units can differ)

Pre-war buildings near the R train in Lenox Hill—now showing 418+ eligible buildings. This page combines two filters: buildings built before 1947 (pre-war) and proximity to the R train. Openigloo helps you compare buildings using practical signals: rated buildings from past renter experience, plus what’s currently available on the platform. You can also use building pages to review the open-data context and read tenant Q&A so you know which details to confirm before you commit.

Pre-war buildings near the R train in Lenox Hill

Showing 415–418 of 418 pre-war buildings near the R train in Lenox Hill.

What to check before choosing a pre-war building near the R train in Lenox Hill

  • Confirm both filters while touring: the building’s age (pre-war, built before 1947) and your actual walking/bus time to the R train entrance you’d use most.
  • Use the page’s rated-building signal as a starting point, then ask about current conditions (elevators, heat/hot water, noise) because listings and experiences can change.
  • Check lease terms and move-in costs on the specific building you’re considering, including deposits, broker fees (if any), and any recurring charges beyond the monthly rent.
  • For older buildings, verify practical items in person: plumbing/electrical updates, pest-control history, and how repairs are handled when issues come up.
  • If you need specific access or commuting routines, compare alternatives in the same area (nearby stations and different entrances) rather than relying on a single route.

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