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Pre-war buildings near transit in Upper East Side

Upper East Side renters can use this page to focus on pre-war buildings that are also near transit in Manhattan. The current scope covers 162+ buildings, so you can compare multiple older-stock options without losing commute context. Across the Upper East Side, rated buildings average 3.8/5 across 17 rated buildings (building-level trends; individual units can differ)

Find pre-war buildings near transit in the Upper East Side. This page covers 162+ eligible buildings with an added focus on commute convenience and older building stock. On Openigloo, you can compare buildings side by side using renter-first signals, including rated buildings, building details pulled into the search, and questions from people who toured or lived there. Use the info to narrow your list, then confirm specifics directly with management before you sign.

Pre-war buildings near transit in Upper East Side

Showing 1–18 of 162 pre-war buildings near transit in Upper East Side.

151 East 80 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

151 East 80 Street

Upper East Side

2 evictions
32 open violations
5 litigation cases
No bedbug history
1143 Lexington Avenue

1143 Lexington Avenue

Upper East Side

No evictions
No open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
157 East 81 Street
Rent-stabilized

157 East 81 Street

Upper East Side

No evictions
2 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
58 East 80 Street
Rent-stabilized

58 East 80 Street

Upper East Side

No evictions
7 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
49 East 84 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

49 East 84 Street

Upper East Side

1 eviction
3 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
161 East 81 Street

161 East 81 Street

Upper East Side

No evictions
6 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
1205 Lexington Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

1205 Lexington Avenue

Upper East Side

1 eviction
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
55 East 80 Street
Rent-stabilized

55 East 80 Street

Upper East Side

No evictions
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1212 Lexington Avenue
Rent-stabilized

1212 Lexington Avenue

Upper East Side

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
Bedbug history
124 East 85 Street
Rent-stabilized

124 East 85 Street

Upper East Side

No evictions
9 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
148 East 83 Street

148 East 83 Street

Upper East Side

No evictions
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
46 East 83 Street

46 East 83 Street

Upper East Side

No evictions
4 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
114 East 84 Street

114 East 84 Street

Upper East Side

No evictions
11 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
115 East 82 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

115 East 82 Street

Upper East Side

No evictions
4 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
161 East 79 Street

161 East 79 Street

Upper East Side

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
54 East 81 Street

54 East 81 Street

Upper East Side

No evictions
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
994 5 Avenue

994 5 Avenue

Upper East Side

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
18 East 84 Street

18 East 84 Street

Upper East Side

No evictions
4 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history

What to check before for pre-war buildings near transit in Upper East Side

  • Expect older pre-war construction and prioritize what that means for you: radiator/boiler setup, window condition, and how heat and hot water work in that building.
  • Use the “near-transit” filter as a commute check, then verify the exact lines and walking time you’ll use most (especially during rush hours).
  • Before you apply, confirm current move-in costs beyond rent (security deposit, broker fee if applicable, and any recurring monthly charges).
  • Check whether the building has any restrictions that affect your plans (pet rules, package/entry procedures, laundry access, and any lease-term limits mentioned in the listing).
  • If the apartment is rent-stabilized or subject to renewal terms, review the specific lease language for what changes over time and what protections apply.

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