Pre-war buildings near the X27 bus in Midtown South
Midtown South is a practical part of Manhattan for renters who want a dense neighborhood with straightforward access to transit. This page focuses on pre-war buildings near the X27 bus route, helping you filter for building age while keeping your commute criteria in view. In Midtown South, rated buildings average 4.0/5 across 27 rated buildings. (building-level trends; individual units can differ)
Pre-war buildings near the X27 bus in Midtown South, Manhattan. On Openigloo, there are 10+ buildings matching this multi-filter scope, so you can narrow down by building age and how close you want to be to that route. Openigloo helps you compare buildings using rated-building signals, practical photos and details, and renter questions gathered in one place. Use it to shortlist buildings, then confirm the specifics directly with the property for lease terms, fees, and any bus-street and block-level logistics you care about.
Pre-war buildings near the X27 bus in Midtown South
Showing 1–10 of 10 pre-war buildings near the X27 bus in Midtown South.
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20 East 42 Street
Midtown South
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238 Madison Avenue
Midtown South
/-73.982453,40.749448,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
15 East 36 Street
Midtown South
/-73.982056,40.749521,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
220 Madison Avenue
Midtown South
/-73.981511,40.750195,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
244 Madison Avenue
Midtown South
/-73.984183,40.747189,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
18 East 33 Street
Midtown South
/-73.98318,40.749278,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
4 East 36 Street
Midtown South
11 East 36 Street
Midtown South
372 5 Avenue
Midtown South
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14 East 37 Street
Midtown South
What to check before choosing a pre-war building near the X27 bus in Midtown South
- Expect a mix of older construction details common in pre-war buildings; verify heating method, window conditions, and any recent renovations during your tour.
- Use the X27 proximity as a starting point, then confirm commute plans in real time (wait times, typical stops, and how the walk feels at your hours).
- Check the lease basics before applying: move-in date flexibility, security deposit amount, and whether any fees are added beyond rent.
- If you have accessibility needs, confirm elevator access, building entry steps, and how far the nearest entrance is from your planned route.
- Look for building-level issues in the conversation history (maintenance response, pests/repairs if mentioned) and ask management for the most current status. If something matters, get it in writing.