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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 91–108 of 162 pre-war buildings near transit in Upper East Side.

1254 Lexington Avenue
Rent-stabilized

1254 Lexington Avenue

Upper East Side

No evictions
3 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
176 East   81 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

176 East 81 Street

Upper East Side

No evictions
14 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
123 East 84 Street

123 East 84 Street

Upper East Side

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1274 Lexington Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

1274 Lexington Avenue

Upper East Side

No evictions
9 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
185 East 80 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

185 East 80 Street

Upper East Side

No evictions
5 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
52 East 81 Street

52 East 81 Street

Upper East Side

No evictions
15 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1404 3 Avenue
Rent-stabilized

1404 3 Avenue

Upper East Side

No evictions
5 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
16 East 82 Street

16 East 82 Street

Upper East Side

No evictions
8 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
24 East 81 Street

24 East 81 Street

Upper East Side

No evictions
3 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
172 East 80 Street
Rent-stabilized

172 East 80 Street

Upper East Side

No evictions
46 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
38 East 81 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

38 East 81 Street

Upper East Side

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1118 Madison Avenue

1118 Madison Avenue

Upper East Side

1 eviction
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
11 East 80 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

11 East 80 Street

Upper East Side

1 eviction
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
23 East 81 Street
Good cause

23 East 81 Street

Upper East Side

No evictions
103 open violations
5 litigation cases
No bedbug history
110 East 85 Street

110 East 85 Street

Upper East Side

No evictions
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
59 E 79 St
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

59 E 79 St

Upper East Side

No evictions
1 open violation
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
164 East 85 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

164 East 85 Street

3.5(9)

Upper East Side

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
126 East 83 Street
Good cause

126 East 83 Street

2.6(9)

Upper East Side

No evictions
27 open violations
4 litigation cases
No bedbug history

What to check before choosing a pre-war building 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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