Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

It means the building is categorized as pre-war (built before 1947). Openigloo uses this filter to group older NYC buildings so you can compare similar construction eras.

Question 2

What does “near Northern Blvd station” cover?

Accepted Answer

It’s the location filter applied to buildings around the Northern Blvd station area. The exact walk distance can vary by building, so use the map on each building page and confirm your commute route.

Question 3

How do I use Openigloo to evaluate these buildings beyond photos?

Accepted Answer

Openigloo building pages consolidate what renters have flagged in reviews, tenant Q&A, and other open-data signals. Read across multiple entries, then ask the building specific questions before you commit.

Question 4

Are these apartments within this page “rent-regulated” by default?

Accepted Answer

No. Pre-war and location filters don’t guarantee rent stabilization or any specific regulation status. If you need rent-stabilized or other protections, check the building page details and confirm with the management office.

Question 5

What should I ask the super or leasing office in pre-war buildings?

Accepted Answer

Ask about current maintenance priorities, typical response times, utility billing/inclusions, laundry access, and any building-wide rules (packages, noise hours, bike storage). If pests or moisture have been a recurring theme in Q&A, ask how they’re addressed now.

Question 6

Can I rely on Openigloo signals alone when choosing a building?

Accepted Answer

No. Treat Openigloo as a starting point. Still verify current conditions on-site, confirm fees and move-in requirements, and review the full lease terms before signing.

Question 7

How many buildings are in this filtered results set?

Accepted Answer

This page currently shows 333+ buildings that match the Northern Blvd + pre-war filters.

Pre-war buildings near Northern Blvd station in NYC

32-12 48 Street

32-69 48 Street

34-34 64 Street

32-35 48 Street

39-43 60 Street

35-13 62 Street

39-20 61 Street

32-40 54 Street

39-52 56 Street

32-49 48 Street

38-19 50 Street

32-49 60 Street

37-50 59 Street

31-13 47 Street

30-57 48 Street

33-50 61 Street

39-22 55 Street

39-39 59 Street

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