Pre-war buildings near the BXM8 bus in Upper East Side
Upper East Side building options include 23+ pre-war candidates in this BXM8-filtered scope. If you’re prioritizing an older building style while keeping a bus commute in mind, this is a practical place to narrow tours. Openigloo’s Upper East Side signals show an average building rating of 3.8/5 across 17 rated buildings. (building-level trends; individual units can differ)
Find pre-war buildings near the BXM8 bus across the Upper East Side. This scope includes 23+ buildings currently in Openigloo, filtered to match your commute and building-age preference. On Openigloo, you can compare building-level signals like rated buildings, plus tenant Q&A and review notes that help you plan questions before you tour. Use the open-data signals as a starting point, then confirm details directly with the building for your exact unit and lease terms.
Pre-war buildings near the BXM8 bus in Upper East Side
Showing 1–18 of 23 pre-war buildings near the BXM8 bus in Upper East Side.

156 East 85 Street
Upper East Side
/-73.960875,40.780321,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
1033 5 Avenue
Upper East Side
/-73.956039,40.779364,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
128 East 86 Street
Upper East Side
/-73.955447,40.77876,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
155 East 85 Street
Upper East Side
/-73.960254,40.780772,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
3 East 85 Street
Upper East Side
/-73.960639,40.780105,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
3W East 84 Street
Upper East Side
/-73.956506,40.778609,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
1252 Lexington Avenue
Upper East Side
/-73.956471,40.778657,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
1254 Lexington Avenue
Upper East Side
/-73.955928,40.779334,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
1274 Lexington Avenue
Upper East Side
/-73.955369,40.778294,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
164 East 85 Street
Upper East Side
/-73.955213,40.778208,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
174 East 85 Street
Upper East Side
/-73.955449,40.778338,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
162 East 85 Street
Upper East Side
/-73.955133,40.778174,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
176 East 85 Street
Upper East Side
/-73.955636,40.77714,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
171 East 83 Street
Upper East Side
/-73.95589,40.777703,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
152 East 84 Street
Upper East Side
/-73.955929,40.777279,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
165 East 83 Street
Upper East Side
/-73.956436,40.778705,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
1256 Lexington Avenue
Upper East Side
/-73.955925,40.77813,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
155 East 84 Street
Upper East Side
What to check before choosing a pre-war building near the BXM8 bus in Upper East Side
- Confirm the commute pattern: BXM8 stop proximity can differ by a few blocks, so check walking time from the exact building address.
- Verify building eligibility details that vary within pre-war stock (laundry setup, elevator status, bike storage, package handling, and heat/water expectations).
- Use the “rated buildings” signal as a guide, not a guarantee; read tenant Q&A for recurring issues and note how they relate to your unit needs.
- Before signing, ask what’s included in rent (utilities, internet options), and what fees apply (application, move-in, key deposits).
- If the building has any documented open-record issues, review what’s listed and then ask for current status during the showing. Open data can lag real-world conditions.