What does “near-transit” mean on this Upper East Side buildings page?

It’s a commute-focused filter used to surface buildings that are close to subway or transit access. Still, walking time and route options vary, so confirm the commute you’ll actually take.

What does “pre-war” mean here?

“Pre-war” flags buildings built before 1947, so you’ll see older building stock. Ask management about building systems (heat/hot water, elevators if relevant) and maintenance history for the specific address.

How many buildings match these filters right now?

The current snapshot shows 162+ buildings that fit the pre-war + near-transit scope in the Upper East Side.

How should I use Openigloo info before applying?

Use it to compare buildings, then verify key details directly: actual rent and fees, move-in timeline, lease terms, and any building rules that affect your household.

Do the reviews and signals account for day-to-day conditions?

They help you screen and ask better questions, but they may not reflect the most current conditions. Treat them as renter-reported context and confirm directly with the building.

Is “near-transit” the only factor I should consider for commute reliability?

No. Service patterns and walking routes matter. Even with a near-transit result, check alternate routes and plan for elevator-only stations, stairs, and weather exposure if you’ll commute at off-peak hours.

Which neighborhoods are trending right now in this scope?

East Village with 11,857+ buildings; Hell's Kitchen with 6,943+ buildings; Yorkville with 9,328+ buildings; Lenox Hill with 8,357+ buildings; Kips Bay with 4,472+ buildings.

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.

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174 East 85 Street

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Pre-war buildings near transit in Upper East Side

Pre-war buildings near transit in Upper East Side

174 East 85 Street

131 East 83 Street

12 East 86 Street

162 East 85 Street

171 E 81 St

168 East 82 Street

176 East 85 Street

151 East 81 Street

128 East 83 Street

106 East 81 Street

121 E 82 St

171 East 83 Street

152 East 84 Street

152 East 83 Street

165 East 83 Street

145 East 82 Street

120 East 82 Street

1392 3 Avenue

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