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Pre-war buildings near the C train in Upper West Side

The Upper West Side in Manhattan is a common target for renters looking for older buildings and convenient transit access, especially around the C train corridor. This page focuses on pre-war buildings near that line. On this page, the Upper West Side has an average building rating of 3.6/5 across 256 rated buildings. (building-level trends; individual units can differ)

Browse pre-war buildings near the C train on the Upper West Side. On Openigloo, this filter set currently matches 1,402+ buildings in Manhattan. Use Openigloo to compare buildings side by side: check rated buildings, scan building details and signals, and read renter Q&A to pressure-test issues like layout fit, building practices, and lease terms before you apply.

Pre-war buildings near the C train in Upper West Side

Showing 307–324 of 1,402 pre-war buildings near the C train in Upper West Side.

129 West 77 Street

129 West 77 Street

Upper West Side

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
255 West 90 Street

255 West 90 Street

Upper West Side

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
54 West 88 Street
Good cause

54 West 88 Street

Upper West Side

No evictions
11 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
105 West 73 Street
Rent-stabilized

105 West 73 Street

Upper West Side

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
108 West 78 Street

108 West 78 Street

Upper West Side

No evictions
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
44 West 94 Street

44 West 94 Street

Upper West Side

No evictions
18 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
115 West 73 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

115 West 73 Street

Upper West Side

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
Bedbug history
56 West 76 Street

56 West 76 Street

Upper West Side

No evictions
3 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
32 West 75 Street

32 West 75 Street

Upper West Side

No evictions
16 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
28 West 91 Street

28 West 91 Street

Upper West Side

1 eviction
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
149 West 95 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

149 West 95 Street

Upper West Side

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
271 Central Park West

271 Central Park West

Upper West Side

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
33 West   81 Street

33 West 81 Street

Upper West Side

No evictions
5 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
206 West 83 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

206 West 83 Street

Upper West Side

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
105 West 88 Street
Good cause

105 West 88 Street

Upper West Side

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
36 West 95 Street

36 West 95 Street

Upper West Side

No evictions
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
463 Columbus Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

463 Columbus Avenue

Upper West Side

No evictions
4 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
142 West 87 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

142 West 87 Street

Upper West Side

No evictions
61 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history

What to check before for pre-war buildings near the C train in Upper West Side

  • Filter scope: “pre-war” narrows to buildings built before 1947, and “C train” focuses your search near that subway line corridor.
  • Confirm what matters for your unit: elevator access, laundry setup, storage, and how far the building is from the nearest C stop on foot at your usual times.
  • If you’re prioritizing conditions, don’t rely on filter-only signals. Ask the super or leasing office about current pest control and any recent repairs before signing.
  • Review lease language carefully: ask about rent increases, move-in dates, and what documentation is required for approval (especially if you’re planning a guarantor).
  • Budget beyond the asking rent: verify total monthly cost, including broker fee, deposits, and typical utility expectations in the lease. Note that deposits and fees can change cash-flow even when asking prices look similar.

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