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 3,943–3,960 of 4,964 pre-war buildings near the R train in Manhattan.

Pre-war buildings near the R train in Manhattan

Pre-war buildings near the R train in Manhattan

435 W 54 St

338 East 61 Street

28 West 26 Street

71 1 Avenue

329 East 14 Street

415 West 52 Street

41 St Marks Place

449 West 46 Street

38 Carmine St

228 East 10 Street

80 East 3 Street

3 Bleecker Street

106 East 7 Street

228 Mott Street

235 East 25 Street

351 West 48 Street

217 East 66 Street

121 East 37 Street

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