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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 109–126 of 1,402 pre-war buildings near the C train in Upper West Side.

16 West 87 Street

16 West 87 Street

Upper West Side

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
124 West 79 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

124 West 79 Street

Upper West Side

1 eviction
1 open violation
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
122 West 73 Street

122 West 73 Street

Upper West Side

No evictions
17 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
104 West 87 Street

104 West 87 Street

Upper West Side

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
204 West 83 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

204 West 83 Street

Upper West Side

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
57 West 88 Street

57 West 88 Street

Upper West Side

No evictions
6 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
46 West 96 Street

46 West 96 Street

Upper West Side

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
129 West 86 Street

129 West 86 Street

Upper West Side

No evictions
16 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
159 West 95 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

159 West 95 Street

Upper West Side

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
30 West 91 Street

30 West 91 Street

Upper West Side

1 eviction
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
770 Amsterdam Ave
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

770 Amsterdam Ave

Upper West Side

No evictions
1 open violation
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
41 West 89 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

41 West 89 Street

Upper West Side

No evictions
No open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
47 West 74 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

47 West 74 Street

Upper West Side

No evictions
49 open violations
5 litigation cases
No bedbug history
53 West 88 Street

53 West 88 Street

Upper West Side

No evictions
No open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
23 West 76 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

23 West 76 Street

Upper West Side

No evictions
1 open violation
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
26 West 97 Street

26 West 97 Street

Upper West Side

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
36 West 84 Street

36 West 84 Street

Upper West Side

No evictions
6 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
11 1/2 West 84 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

11 1/2 West 84 Street

Upper West Side

No evictions
No open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history

What to check before choosing a pre-war building 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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