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

The filter limits buildings to the Lower East Side and then applies two criteria: the building is categorized as pre-war, and it’s mapped to the F train area for transit access.

How many buildings are currently available in this scope?

There are 569+ buildings matching this scope on Openigloo right now (as of 2026-07-07).

How should I use the rating on Openigloo for these buildings?

Use it as a comparison tool. The neighborhood stats show an average rating of 3.4/5 across 179 rated buildings, but individual buildings and units can differ—check the specific building’s details and what tenants mention.

What should I verify before signing a lease in a pre-war building?

Pre-war buildings can have older building systems and more variable maintenance histories. Confirm what has been updated recently, what the current condition is for hallways/lobbies/laundry/elevators, and whether there are any building rules that affect daily routines.

Does “near the F train” guarantee a quiet commute or fast travel time?

No. Transit proximity doesn’t guarantee noise levels or walk times. Verify the exact stop you’ll use and ask about street noise, especially if the building is on or near busier blocks.

Where does Openigloo’s building information come from?

Openigloo combines renter-focused signals with open-data indicators and on-page context. Still, confirm key details directly with the building or management company before moving forward.

Which neighborhoods are trending in this scope?

East Village with 11,857+ buildings; Yorkville with 9,328+ buildings; Hell’s Kitchen with 6,943+ buildings; Lenox Hill with 8,357+ buildings; Kips Bay with 4,472+ buildings.

Pre-war buildings near the F train in Lower East Side

The Lower East Side in Manhattan is a dense, transit-connected area where pre-war buildings are common and renters often weigh building conditions alongside commute convenience near the F train. On Openigloo, this neighborhood scope currently includes 569+ matching buildings. For Lower East Side building quality signals, Openigloo shows an average building rating of 3.4/5 across 179 rated buildings (building-level trends; individual units can differ)

Pre-war buildings near the F train in the Lower East Side: 569+ buildings match this scope on Openigloo. This page combines two filters, so you can narrow by building age (pre-war) and by transit access (F train). Openigloo helps you compare buildings with rated-building scores, open-data signals, and renter-first context. You can also read what tenants flag day to day and ask practical questions before you sign, so your shortlist fits how you actually commute and live.

Showing 397–414 of 569 pre-war buildings near the F train in Lower East Side.

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188 Norfolk Street

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Pre-war buildings near the F train in Lower East Side

Pre-war buildings near the F train in Lower East Side

188 Norfolk Street

184 Norfolk Street

83 Allen Street

199 Orchard St

118 Ridge Street

158 Stanton Street

67 Pitt Street

134 Orchard Street

9 Stanton Street

186 Orchard Street

160 Orchard Street

245 Eldridge Street

162 Orchard St

57 Pitt Street

115 Ludlow Street

171 Attorney St

87 Chrystie Street

127 Stanton Street

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