What does the “pre-war” filter mean on Openigloo?

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.

What does “near the SIM1 bus” mean for this search?

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.

How many buildings match these filters in Lower East Side right now?

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

How should I use ratings here when I’m shortlisting?

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.

Are there any extra costs I should plan for beyond the monthly rent?

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.

Does this page guarantee anything about repairs, pests, or building condition?

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.

Which neighborhoods are trending right now 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 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.

Showing 145–162 of 182 pre-war buildings near the SIM1 bus in Lower East Side.

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153 Ludlow Street

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

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

153 Ludlow Street

177 Orchard St

131 Chrystie Street

77 Allen Street

100 Stanton Street

137 East Houston Street

12 Delancey Street

109 Eldridge Street

167 Allen Street

157 Ludlow Street

91 Eldridge Street

69 Ludlow Street

145 East Houston Street

83 Eldridge Street

173 Bowery

239 Eldridge Street

130 Orchard Street

189 Orchard Street

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