Pre-war buildings near the S train in Manhattan

It means the building was built before 1947. Use that to anticipate older infrastructure and maintenance needs, then confirm the current condition with the management team.

It’s a transit-access filter applied within the Manhattan scope. Treat it as a location guide for your commute, and verify the walk time from the building to your typical S-train stop.

Openigloo aggregates building-level information, renter feedback signals, and tenant Q&A so you can compare buildings with a consistent checklist before you commit to a lease.

They can, since they’re older, but the real answer varies by building. Ask for recent upgrade details (heat/hot water performance, plumbing/electrical work, elevator status) and confirm what’s included in the monthly cost.

Confirm the exact move-in date, fees (application, move-in, deposits), utility responsibility, and any building rules (pets, storage, laundry, and noise policies). Compare those items across buildings, not just the rent.

No. These filters define building age and transit access, but they don’t guarantee unit condition, management practices, or lease terms. Use the building details and tenant Q&A, then verify everything with the agent.

Yes. Openigloo signals help you start with better questions, but conditions can change between data updates. For any concern (repairs, pests, renovations), ask for current documentation and recent maintenance records.