What does “pre-war” mean on this page?

It means the building was built before 1947. Use this to focus on older building stock, then verify current condition and upgrades directly with the building.

How should I interpret “near the R train” for Manhattan buildings?

It’s a location-based filter tied to the R train area coverage in Manhattan. Still, walk times and route options can vary, so check your exact stop and route before applying.

Are these buildings showing apartments for rent right now?

This page is scoped to the Manhattan borough and the two building filters (pre-war + R train). To see what’s available, open an individual building page and check the current apartment advertisements.

What should I confirm before signing a lease in a pre-war building?

Confirm heating/hot water performance, elevator availability (if applicable), laundry access, and how maintenance requests are handled. Pre-war buildings can have different upkeep standards than newer constructions.

Will building reviews reflect every apartment on the floor?

No. Reviews and open-data signals describe building-level experience, while individual units can differ in layout, light, noise, and condition.

Where do I double-check fees and move-in costs?

Renter costs can include application fees, a deposit, and move-in charges in addition to rent. Verify the full monthly and upfront totals with the building’s leasing office for the specific unit.

Which neighborhoods are trending right now in this scope?

East Village with 11,857+ buildings; Yorkville with 9,328+ buildings; Lenox Hill with 8,357+ buildings; Hell's Kitchen with 6,943+ buildings; Kips Bay with 4,472+ buildings.

Pre-war buildings near the R train in Manhattan

Find pre-war buildings near the R train in Manhattan using two filters: pre-war (built before 1947) and R train proximity. You’re viewing 4,964+ eligible buildings across the borough. Openigloo helps you narrow down buildings faster by surfacing practical building info, renter-focused notes, and signals from reviews and open-data sources. Use the building pages to compare what matters for your commute, then verify details directly with the super or leasing office before signing.

Showing 2,989–3,006 of 4,964 pre-war buildings near the R train in Manhattan.

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121 East 31 Street

3.8(5)

Midtown East

Pre-war buildings near the R train in Manhattan

Pre-war buildings near the R train in Manhattan

121 East 31 Street

380 3 Avenue

41 East 7 Street

228 Bleecker Street

44 West 17 Street

58 East 3 Street

89 Bleecker Street

90 West Houston Street

75 East 3 Street

322 East 61 Street

411 West 45 Street

31 East 1 Street

211 East 14 Street

220 East 25 Street

338 East 15 Street

152 Thompson St

228 East 22 Street

126 Mac Dougal Street

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