Pre-war buildings near the SIM5 bus in Manhattan

It means the building was constructed before 1947. Use this as a starting point for expectations, then verify unit specifics like heating, hot water, and elevator status directly with the building.

It’s a commute-based filter that focuses your building search around the SIM5 bus corridor. Always confirm the practical commute from the building’s exact location and which stops are closest for your direction and timing.

Openigloo pairs renter feedback with building-level signals and any available open-data indicators. Use it to compare patterns across buildings, then validate details with the landlord/management before applying.

Older buildings can vary widely. Look for consistent renter notes, but don’t assume. Ask targeted questions about elevator reliability, heat/hot water performance, and any active work orders.

Confirm included utilities/charges, laundry access, elevator hours and condition, pest-control process, and any move-in fees. For each unit, verify the exact layout details that affect daily life (storage, ventilation, and noise).

No. Openigloo helps you shortlist, but the building can confirm the current rules and conditions. Use tenant Q&A and renter feedback to ask better questions, then get written answers from management.

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.