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

You’re looking at buildings in South Jamaica, Queens that match both filters: they’re near the J train corridor and they’re categorized as pre-war (built before 1947).

How many buildings match these filters right now?

Openigloo shows 619+ buildings in South Jamaica that match j-train + pre-war as of 2026-07-07.

Does “pre-war” tell me everything about condition or renovations?

No. “Pre-war” describes building age. Condition can differ by unit and renovation history. Use the building page details and renter Q&A, then ask about recent work (windows, plumbing, heating, and any active repairs).

What should I confirm with the building if I’m commuting via the J train?

Confirm real-world access: walking time from the building to the nearest J stop, any entrance/lockbox constraints, and whether transit disruptions affect your route. Don’t rely on distance alone.

Are fees and deposits consistent across these buildings?

They can vary. Openigloo can help you compare what’s listed on each building page, but you should still confirm the full move-in picture with the building (security deposit and any broker/admin fees) before applying.

Where do the signals on Openigloo come from (and can they be delayed)?

Some building signals are based on open records and community inputs, so they can lag behind real-world changes. Treat Openigloo as a starting point, then verify the current terms directly with management.

Which neighborhoods are trending 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 J train in South Jamaica

South Jamaica is a South Queens neighborhood where many renters look for practical commuting options and older housing stock. On Openigloo, you can filter for nearby access to the J train and pre-war buildings to narrow the search to homes that fit both priorities. This page helps you compare 619+ buildings that match your j-train + pre-war filters, then verify unit-level details directly with the building (building-level trends; individual units can differ)

Find pre-war buildings near the J train in South Jamaica, Queens. This Openigloo page covers 619+ buildings matching the j-train + pre-war filters, so you can narrow by location convenience and older-building stock. Use Openigloo to compare buildings and the practical signals that matter before you sign: rated buildings, shared questions from renters, and open-data indicators surfaced in building pages. It helps you spot patterns across the buildings that fit your commute and building-age preferences, then confirm the details directly with management for your specific unit.

Showing 307–324 of 619 pre-war buildings near the J train in South Jamaica.

170-10 118 Road

South Jamaica

Pre-war buildings near the J train in South Jamaica

Pre-war buildings near the J train in South Jamaica

170-10 118 Road

153-23 123 Avenue

116-15 168 Street

116-05 171 Street

118-36 153 Street

115-43 159 Street

157-20 115 Road

114-50 168 Street

169-06 116 Avenue

115-11 143 Street

172-50 Brocher Road

150-14 119 Avenue

114-49 145 Street

118-05 Sutphin Boulevard

116-57 145 Street

145-40 115 Avenue

153-48 Foch Boulevard

119-30 Smith Street

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