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

It means the building was constructed before 1947. Use the filter to narrow the building set, then confirm what was renovated recently, since “pre-war” does not guarantee a specific level of updates.

How should I interpret “near the Q39 bus” for my search?

Treat it as a routing proximity filter, not a guarantee of walk time. Before applying, confirm which Q39 stop is closest to the exact address/unit and compare travel times at the hours you care about.

Are these buildings reviewed on Openigloo?

The page scope includes rated building signals for Long Island City. When you open a specific building, review the rated-building details and tenant-relevant notes available there.

Is there anything special to check for pre-war buildings before signing?

Yes. Ask about the building’s maintenance history and any known recurring issues (water pressure, heating reliability, hot water schedule, pest prevention, and how the building handles work orders). Pre-war buildings can vary widely by renovation status.

What fees and move-in costs should I expect to confirm?

Confirm broker fee (if any), security deposit, and any move-in charges tied to the listing or building. Also ask who pays utilities and how that differs by unit.

Does this filter ensure any specific lease or rent protection terms?

No. The filters narrow building type and transit proximity, not lease protections or rent regulation status. For your exact protections, review your lease and ask the building directly.

Which neighborhoods are trending right now in this scope?

Hunters Point with 2,110+ buildings; Ridgewood with 3,826+ buildings; Sunnyside with 1,960+ buildings; Ditmars-Steinway with 2,222+ buildings; Forest Hills with 1,363+ buildings.

Pre-war buildings near the Q39 bus in Long Island City

Long Island City is a Queens neighborhood where you’ll find a mix of building ages, including pre-war options that can fit renters who want older building stock and straightforward transit access. This page focuses on buildings near the Q39 bus route. In Long Island City, rated buildings average 3.9/5 across 23 rated buildings (building-level trends; individual units can differ)

Find pre-war buildings near the Q39 bus in Long Island City. This Openigloo page covers 225+ buildings and groups options that match both filters: pre-war construction plus proximity to the Q39 bus route. Use Openigloo to compare buildings with rated building signals and tenant-relevant info. You can read how current and past renters describe maintenance and management, and check open-data style indicators alongside building notes—then ask the right questions before you sign a lease.

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30-16 38 Ave

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Pre-war buildings near the Q39 bus in Long Island City

Pre-war buildings near the Q39 bus in Long Island City

30-16 38 Ave

40-16 Vernon Boulevard

36-23 29 Street

40-14 Vernon Boulevard

27-01 40 Avenue

37-22 27 Street

36-21 38 Street

40-17 23 Street

30-08 38 Avenue

39-1 27 Street

36-33 29 Street

38-12 28 Street

37-33 28 Street

41-20 29 Street

24-14 36 Avenue

32-04 36 Avenue

40-11 Vernon Boulevard

3701 27 Street

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