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 4,591–4,608 of 4,964 pre-war buildings near the R train in Manhattan.

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225 East 12 Street

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East Village

Pre-war buildings near the R train in Manhattan

Pre-war buildings near the R train in Manhattan

225 East 12 Street

363 Canal Street

119 Lexington Avenue

65 Bayard Street

419 East 64 Street

180 Bleecker Street

85 East 3 Street

35 East 7 Street

401 East 63 Street

232 West 24 Street

26 East 13 Street

76 St Marks Place

15 Warren Street

80 Nassau Street

860 9 Avenue

18 St Marks Place

44 White Street

89 Bayard Street

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