What does “pre-war” mean on this Openigloo page?

It refers to buildings built before 1947. Use this filter to focus on older building stock, then verify unit-level details (layout, systems, and maintenance history) with the building.

How does the “near the M72 bus” filter work?

It narrows buildings to the Upper West Side that are positioned close to the M72 route. Still, confirm the commute using the building’s exact address and the specific stops you’ll use most.

Does having a pre-war building guarantee any issues (or fixes)?

No. Pre-war buildings can vary widely. Use Openigloo’s tenant Q&A and the rated-building signal as starting points, then ask the building directly about current conditions and recent repairs.

How should I use the rating info from “rated buildings” on this page?

Treat it as a comparative signal across eligible buildings in this scope. Read the context behind what people say in tenant Q&A, since experiences can differ by unit and floor.

What should I confirm before applying to a pre-war building?

Confirm heating and hot water details, laundry access, elevator/stairs expectations, noise considerations, and any building rules that affect daily life. If renovations are underway, ask what changes are planned and when.

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.

Is this page a guarantee that a unit is available?

No. This page is focused on building scope (pre-war + near the M72 bus). Availability and advertised units can change, so verify listings or current availability with Openigloo and the building.

Pre-war buildings near the M72 bus in Upper West Side

On the Upper West Side, pre-war buildings and everyday transit access shape a lot of renters’ search. If you’re targeting the M72 bus, this part of Manhattan gives you a dense base of buildings to compare within a single neighborhood boundary. Openigloo shows Upper West Side buildings with an average building rating of 3.6/5 across 256 rated buildings (building-level trends; individual units can differ)

Pre-war buildings near the M72 bus in the Upper West Side, with 1,070+ buildings currently in this scope. This multi-filter view is for renters who want older building stock and an M72-connected commute, then narrow further based on what’s important to you. Openigloo helps you compare buildings using rated-building signals, nearby context, and renter-first content like tenant Q&A. You can use the page to shortlist buildings faster, then confirm details directly with the building before you sign a lease.

Showing 1–18 of 1,070 pre-war buildings near the M72 bus in Upper West Side.