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

“Pre-war” refers to buildings built before 1947. Use the filter to focus your search on older Manhattan stock near the W train.

How does the “near the W train” filter work?

It groups buildings based on proximity to the W train. Treat it as a starting point and confirm the walk time and street-level access for the unit you’re considering.

Are these buildings rent-regulated or guaranteed to have rent protections?

No. This page is about age (pre-war) and location relative to the W train. Regulatory status varies by building; you’ll need to confirm the unit’s specific protections and lease terms.

What should I ask the building before signing for a pre-war unit?

Ask about recent upgrades (elevator, plumbing/HVAC, windows), any known maintenance issues, water pressure, and how repairs are handled. Pre-war buildings can differ a lot even when they’re both “pre-war.”

Do Openigloo reviews and tenant Q&A reflect current building conditions?

They’re helpful signals, but conditions can change. Use the Q&A to identify questions, then verify details (fees, maintenance timelines, noise) directly with the building.

How should I compare costs beyond the monthly rent?

Compare the full expected move-in and ongoing costs for each unit, including any required deposits or fees. Also ask about utility responsibility, since older buildings can have different setups.

Which neighborhoods are trending right now on Openigloo in this scope?

East Village with 11,857+ buildings; Yorkville with 9,328+ buildings; Hell’s Kitchen with 6,943+ buildings; Lenox Hill with 8,357+ buildings; Kips Bay with 4,472+ buildings.

Pre-war buildings near the W train in Manhattan

This page covers pre-war buildings near the W train in Manhattan. You’re looking at 4,964+ buildings filtered for pre-war construction and proximity to the W train. Openigloo helps you narrow faster by combining building-level info with what renters say. Use building overviews, rated-building summaries, and tenant Q&A to spot patterns before you tour, then verify details like upgrades and unit conditions directly with the building.

Showing 4,501–4,518 of 4,964 pre-war buildings near the W train in Manhattan.

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327 West 42 Street

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Pre-war buildings near the W train in Manhattan

Pre-war buildings near the W train in Manhattan

327 West 42 Street

77 Lexington Avenue

450 West 57 Street

6 Spring Street

98 Mac Dougal Street

13 Carmine Street

47 East 1 Street

52 Mac Dougal Street

54 2 Avenue

176 Lafayette Street

79 Thompson Street

308 Mott Street

336 East 55 Street

125 Mac Dougal Street

359 West 45 Street

303 East 53 Street

25 Murray Street

38 East 38 Street

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