Pre-war buildings near the SIM1 bus in Lower East Side

On this page, “pre-war” is used as a building-age filter, so the eligible buildings match the page’s pre-1947 timeframe criteria. Still, apartment features can vary a lot by unit—confirm the exact condition and layout during your tour.

It’s a location filter tied to the SIM1 bus corridor. Distances can matter for day-to-day commuting, so confirm the route you’ll actually take and the building’s walk time to the stop.

Openigloo shows 182+ buildings that fit the pre-war + SIM1 bus criteria in the Lower East Side scope.

Look at the score as a screening tool and then read the details tied to rated buildings. This page includes 3.4/5 across 179 rated buildings, but individual units can differ in condition and responsiveness.

Yes. Even with the right building match, the full move-in cost can include deposits and fees, and you may need to budget for utilities depending on the unit. Confirm line-by-line before agreeing to a lease.

No. Ratings and open-data signals can help flag patterns, but they can lag what you’ll experience in the real world. Ask management about current repair timelines and any active building issues before you sign.

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