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 4,411–4,428 of 4,964 pre-war buildings near the R train in Manhattan.

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

131 East 17 Street

4.1(1)

Gramercy Park

Pre-war buildings near the R train in Manhattan

Pre-war buildings near the R train in Manhattan

131 East 17 Street

51 West 11 Street

303 East 12 Street

354 West 56 Street

99 Mac Dougal Street

302 East 12 Street

340 East 61 Street

370 West 46 Street

461 West 49 Street

20 5 Avenue

41 East 28 Street

37 1 Avenue

431 West 54 Street

105 Thompson Street

305 East 9 Street

119 Mulberry Street

402 East 65 Street

1095 2 Avenue

Pre-war buildings near the R train in trending Manhattan neighborhoods

More filters for pre-war buildings near the R train in Manhattan

Other building filters

Pre-war buildings near the R train in other NYC boroughs

FAQ