Pre-war buildings near the 3 train in Midtown
Midtown is a dense area of Manhattan with a wide mix of building ages, so you’ll find both older structures and more modern developments in close proximity to transit. This page focuses specifically on pre-war buildings near the 3 train. Across Midtown, rated buildings average a 3.8/5 score (based on 43 rated buildings). (building-level trends; individual units can differ)
This page covers pre-war buildings near the 3 train in Midtown, with 17+ buildings that match the filters. Use it to narrow building research to older construction while staying close to the 3 line for day-to-day commuting. On Openigloo, each building page brings together practical signals like rated building scores and building details, plus renter-focused Q&A to help you confirm what matters before you sign a lease.
Pre-war buildings near the 3 train in Midtown
Showing 1–17 of 17 pre-war buildings near the 3 train in Midtown.
/-73.981158,40.756675,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
46 West 46 Street
Midtown
/-73.987993,40.759232,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
728 8 Avenue
Midtown
/-73.98796,40.759278,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
730 8 Avenue
Midtown
/-73.984149,40.757968,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
144 West 46 Street
Midtown
/-73.985191,40.756727,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
154 West 44 Street
Midtown
/-73.984063,40.757917,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
140 West 46 Street
Midtown
/-73.984205,40.757976,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
146 West 46 Street
Midtown
/-73.983926,40.757844,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
134 West 46 Street
Midtown
/-73.984018,40.757894,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
138 West 46 Street
Midtown
/-73.988643,40.757869,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
255 W 43 St
Midtown
/-73.988752,40.758044,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
688 8 Avenue
Midtown
/-73.98368,40.757396,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
123 West 45 Street
Midtown
/-73.981948,40.756213,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
60 West 45 Street
Midtown
/-73.98411,40.757937,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
142 West 46 Street
Midtown
/-73.986685,40.759868,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
252 West 47 Street
Midtown
/-73.984911,40.756581,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
144 West 44 Street
Midtown
/-73.986606,40.759835,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
250 West 47 Street
Midtown
What to check before for pre-war buildings near the 3 train in Midtown
- Confirm the building is both pre-war and located near the 3 train stop(s) you’ll use most, since “near” can vary block to block.
- Before applying, compare the full monthly cost (rent, deposits, any move-in fees) and ask whether utilities are included.
- Check lease terms and renewal patterns directly with the management office, since pre-war buildings may have different setups by unit.
- Review the building’s posted amenities and any building rules (laundry, package handling, elevators), and verify access during your move-in dates.
- Use the “rated buildings” information as a starting point, then read related notes and ask follow-up questions for your specific unit.