Pre-war buildings near the SIM1 bus in Lower East Side
Lower East Side is a Manhattan neighborhood where older buildings are common, and the SIM1 corridor can be a useful way to keep your search anchored to transit. On Openigloo, you can filter to pre-war buildings that align with your commute needs. Across this scope, Lower East Side has an average building rating of 3.4/5 across 179 rated buildings. (building-level trends; individual units can differ)
Pre-war buildings near the SIM1 bus in Lower East Side, Manhattan. This Openigloo page covers 182+ buildings that match both filters, so you can focus on a tight area and building age. Use Openigloo to compare buildings with tenant-friendly signals like what rated buildings have in common, plus on-page notes that help you spot issues before you tour. You can also cross-check open-data signals and ask building questions directly so you’re not relying on assumptions.
Pre-war buildings near the SIM1 bus in Lower East Side
Showing 1–18 of 182 pre-war buildings near the SIM1 bus in Lower East Side.

163 Chrystie Street
Lower East Side
/-73.992536,40.723212,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
259 Bowery
Lower East Side
/-73.990266,40.722981,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
212 Forsyth Street
Lower East Side
/-73.98912,40.719829,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
136 Orchard Street
Lower East Side
/-73.990553,40.720299,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
176 Eldridge St
Lower East Side
/-73.993392,40.719675,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
137 Chrystie Street
Lower East Side
/-73.993246,40.720388,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
10 Delancey Street
Lower East Side
/-73.990329,40.72284,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
208 Forsyth Street
Lower East Side
/-73.991235,40.719899,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
161 Eldridge Street
Lower East Side
/-73.990664,40.72096,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
52 Rivington Street
Lower East Side
/-73.990577,40.720386,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
180 Eldridge Street
Lower East Side
/-73.990106,40.720504,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
65 Rivington Street
Lower East Side
/-73.992733,40.717158,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
81 Eldridge St
Lower East Side
/-73.990423,40.719925,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
125 Allen Street
Lower East Side
/-73.992285,40.71811,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
105 Eldridge St
Lower East Side
/-73.992117,40.722209,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
199 Chrystie Street
Lower East Side
/-73.992791,40.722475,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
241 Bowery
Lower East Side
/-73.99314,40.721699,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
217 Bowery
Lower East Side
What to check before choosing a pre-war building near the SIM1 bus in Lower East Side
- Narrowing on “pre-war” means the building’s age can affect layout, closet size, and how apartments feel; verify current unit details during the showing.
- “Near the SIM1 bus” focuses your search on transit convenience, but confirm the exact walking time from the building to the stop you’ll use daily.
- Before signing, check what’s included in rent (heat/hot water, utilities, laundry access) and confirm the lease start date and renewal terms.
- If you’re considering a move-in date soon, confirm availability in the building and whether any current listings match your budget after deposits and fees.
- Use the rated-building score (and the number of rated buildings) as a starting point, then validate any concerns with the super/management in writing.