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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 847–864 of 1,402 pre-war buildings near the C train in Upper West Side.

7 West 87 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

7 West 87 Street

2.4(8)

Upper West Side

No evictions
39 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
226 West 78 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

226 West 78 Street

4.5(8)

Upper West Side

No evictions
10 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
205 West 88 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

205 West 88 Street

3.8(8)

Upper West Side

2 evictions
10 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
160 West 73 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

160 West 73 Street

3.8(8)

Upper West Side

1 eviction
1 open violation
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
710 Amsterdam Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

710 Amsterdam Avenue

3.6(8)

Upper West Side

1 eviction
26 open violations
5 litigation cases
No bedbug history
200 West 94 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

200 West 94 Street

1.7(7)

Upper West Side

2 evictions
197 open violations
21 litigation cases
No bedbug history
158 West 84 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

158 West 84 Street

3.0(7)

Upper West Side

1 eviction
5 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
250 W 78 St
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

250 W 78 St

3.0(7)

Upper West Side

No evictions
2 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
201 West 92 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

201 West 92 Street

3.5(7)

Upper West Side

1 eviction
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
50 West 77 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

50 West 77 Street

4.5(6)

Upper West Side

1 eviction
23 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
206 West 88 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

206 West 88 Street

3.7(6)

Upper West Side

No evictions
8 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
175 West   79 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

175 West 79 Street

4.0(6)

Upper West Side

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
251 West 92 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

251 West 92 Street

2.3(6)

Upper West Side

8 evictions
38 open violations
11 litigation cases
No bedbug history
370 Columbus Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

370 Columbus Avenue

4.0(6)

Upper West Side

No evictions
2 open violations
4 litigation cases
No bedbug history
104 West 96 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

104 West 96 Street

3.8(6)

Upper West Side

1 eviction
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
698 Amsterdam Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

698 Amsterdam Avenue

2.7(6)

Upper West Side

1 eviction
170 open violations
10 litigation cases
No bedbug history
505 Columbus Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

505 Columbus Avenue

2.7(6)

Upper West Side

2 evictions
24 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
706B Amsterdam Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

706B Amsterdam Avenue

2.8(6)

Upper West Side

1 eviction
1 open violation
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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