Pre-war buildings near the R train in Midtown South
Midtown South is a Manhattan neighborhood where Midtown commute access is a key factor for many renters, and this page focuses on pre-war buildings near the R train. Openigloo includes 46+ eligible buildings in this scope. For quality signals, Midtown South has rated buildings with an average building rating of 4.0/5 across 27 rated buildings (building-level trends; individual units can differ)
Find pre-war buildings near the R train in Midtown South, Manhattan. Openigloo has 46+ eligible buildings in this area so you can compare options that match both filters. Use Openigloo to narrow by building type and transit proximity, then read what rated buildings look like in practice. We surface open-data signals and tenant-focused info so you can ask the right questions before you sign a lease, including what to expect from pre-war buildings.
Pre-war buildings near the R train in Midtown South
Showing 19–36 of 46 pre-war buildings near the R train in Midtown South.
/-73.986222,40.750254,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
53 West 35 Street
Midtown South
/-73.987398,40.74738,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
31 West 31 Street
Midtown South
/-73.990692,40.755489,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
608 8 Avenue
Midtown South
/-73.986792,40.750604,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
966 Avenue Of The Americas
Midtown South
/-73.984142,40.751323,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
26 West 38 Street
Midtown South
/-73.984574,40.75281,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
49 West 39 Street
Midtown South
50 West 34 Street
Midtown South
488 7 Avenue
Midtown South
7 East 32 Street
Midtown South
36 West 35 Street
Midtown South
/-73.982453,40.749448,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
15 East 36 Street
Midtown South
/-73.98854,40.748118,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
886 Avenue Of The Americas
Midtown South
/-73.986312,40.752263,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
1015 6 Avenue
Midtown South
/-73.986117,40.747651,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
9 West 32 Street
Midtown South
/-73.994901,40.74971,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
404 8 Avenue
Midtown South
/-73.990746,40.755427,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
606 8 Avenue
Midtown South
/-73.984502,40.746918,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
11 East 32 Street
Midtown South
/-73.982056,40.749521,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
220 Madison Avenue
Midtown South
What to check before choosing a pre-war building near the R train in Midtown South
- Confirm transit fit: check the exact walking time to the R train stop from the building’s entrance, not just the neighborhood map.
- Verify lease details before applying: ask how long the term is, when increases take effect, and whether any renewal protections apply to your specific unit.
- Inspect the unit like it’s a pre-war standard check: radiator heating, window seals, soundproofing, and closet/storage layout can vary by building and floor.
- Ask about move-in costs beyond rent (security deposit, any broker-related fees where applicable, and utilities) so your full monthly budget is clear.
- Use building pages to compare conditions and notes from rated buildings, then confirm current status directly with management.