Pre-war buildings near the W train in Midtown
Midtown is where many renters prioritize quick subway access and a steady supply of residential buildings. This Openigloo page focuses on pre-war buildings near the W train, giving you a narrower set of buildings to compare. In Midtown, rated buildings average 3.8/5 across 43 rated buildings (building-level trends; individual units can differ)
Find pre-war buildings near the W train in Midtown, with 133+ eligible buildings on Openigloo. This page combines two filters: pre-war construction and W-train proximity, so you can focus your search without wading through unrelated blocks. Openigloo helps you compare buildings using rated-building signals and what renters flag in reviews and tenant Q&A. You can also cross-check key details early—so you spend fewer cycles on places that do not fit your commute, lease needs, or building history.
Pre-war buildings near the W train in Midtown
Showing 1–18 of 133 pre-war buildings near the W train in Midtown.

160 Central Park South
Midtown
/-73.976911,40.762756,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
55 West 55 Street
Midtown
/-73.981158,40.756675,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
46 West 46 Street
Midtown
/-73.976194,40.762416,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
31 West 55 Street
Midtown
/-73.986637,40.760666,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
246 West 48 Street
Midtown
/-73.98616,40.760419,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
230 West 48 Street
Midtown
/-73.973812,40.760678,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
536 Madison Avenue
Midtown
/-73.987993,40.759232,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
728 8 Avenue
Midtown
/-73.97581,40.758988,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
5 East 51 Street
Midtown
/-73.985097,40.763133,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
858 8 Avenue
Midtown
/-73.98796,40.759278,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
730 8 Avenue
Midtown
/-73.986572,40.76063,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
244 West 48 Street
Midtown
/-73.981723,40.764281,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
204 West 55 Street
Midtown
/-73.981076,40.763188,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
160 West 54 Street
Midtown
/-73.981899,40.764026,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
205 West 54 Street
Midtown

41 West 46 Street
Midtown
/-73.977026,40.762316,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
48 West 55 Street
Midtown
/-73.984149,40.757968,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
144 West 46 Street
Midtown
What to check before choosing a pre-war building near the W train in Midtown
- Expect a mix of pre-war building layouts and maintenance standards; confirm unit-specific details (windows, heating type, storage, laundry) before scheduling viewings.
- Use the W-train filter to narrow commute time, then verify the exact stop/entrance you’ll use and walking routes during off-peak hours.
- Check current availability on Openigloo and compare the full monthly cost, not just the asking rent (fees, deposits, and likely utility responsibilities).
- If you are sensitive to noise or light, ask about street exposure, interior courtyard access, and building-wide systems (boiler/heat setup, hot-water source).
- For any building you shortlist, confirm pet rules, move-in requirements, and lease start flexibility directly with management.