Pre-war buildings near the S train in Murray Hill

It means the building was built before 1947. Use the page to narrow by age, then confirm current conditions and recent upgrades with the building directly.

It’s meant to surface buildings near the S line so you can focus tours around that commute. Still, confirm the closest stop and your typical walking time for your schedule.

No. Pre-war is about construction-era, not condition. Some buildings have updated systems, others may have ongoing issues—review renter Q&A and ask management about current maintenance priorities.

Verify the lease terms, what’s included (if any) for utilities, move-in costs beyond the asking rent, and any rules that affect your move (for example, package delivery, laundry access, and building entry processes).

Often yes. Depending on the unit and broker/landlord terms, you may have a broker fee and a deposit, plus utilities that can change your full monthly cost. Treat those as part of your budget before applying.

Openigloo surfaces renter-first information and shows a rating based on rated buildings in this scope. Use it as a starting point, then compare it with the most recent tenant Q&A and what the building tells you today.

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