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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 721–738 of 1,402 pre-war buildings near the C train in Upper West Side.

12 West 85 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

12 West 85 Street

Upper West Side

No evictions
35 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
47 West 95 Street

47 West 95 Street

Upper West Side

No evictions
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
72 West 82 Street
Rent-stabilized

72 West 82 Street

Upper West Side

No evictions
No open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
151 West 72 Street
Good cause

151 West 72 Street

Upper West Side

No evictions
6 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
28 West 74 Street

28 West 74 Street

Upper West Side

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
163 West 80 Street

163 West 80 Street

Upper West Side

No evictions
6 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
69 West 83 Street

69 West 83 Street

Upper West Side

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
46 West 86 Street
Rent-stabilized

46 West 86 Street

Upper West Side

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
225 West 80 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

225 West 80 Street

Upper West Side

No evictions
5 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
123 West 95 Street

123 West 95 Street

Upper West Side

No evictions
6 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
25 West 85 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

25 West 85 Street

Upper West Side

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
200 West 86 Street
Rent-stabilized

200 West 86 Street

Upper West Side

No evictions
No open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
878 West End Avenue

878 West End Avenue

Upper West Side

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
161 West 73 Street
Rent-stabilized

161 West 73 Street

Upper West Side

No evictions
15 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
242 West 101 Street

242 West 101 Street

Upper West Side

No evictions
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
16 West 75 Street
Rent-stabilized

16 West 75 Street

Upper West Side

No evictions
4 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
203 West 87 Street
Rent-stabilized

203 West 87 Street

Upper West Side

No evictions
5 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
35 West 94 Street

35 West 94 Street

Upper West Side

No evictions
8 open violations
No litigation history
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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