Pre-war buildings near the Q80 bus in South Richmond Hill

“Pre-war” refers to buildings constructed before 1947. Use this as a starting point, then verify specifics on your tour (heat system age, water pressure, insulation, and any major recent repairs).

The filter focuses on buildings in the South Richmond Hill area that are near the Q80 bus corridor. Always confirm the closest stop and your expected walking time at the times you’d commute.

Openigloo aggregates building information and renter-focused signals (including community Q&A where available) to help you compare buildings. Use it to shortlist, then confirm the details directly with management for the specific apartment.

Often, yes. Older buildings can have more variation in condition. Plan to ask about boiler/heat, hot water, pest history (and any prevention plans), and the timeline of recent repairs for the unit you’re considering.

No. Route coverage and stop distance matter, but so do sidewalks, crossings, and noise. Take a short walk from the building to the nearest stop and check the route timing you’ll actually use.

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.

Use the page to narrow to pre-war options near the Q80, then message or call to confirm availability, the exact move-in date requirements, and any documentation needed. Older buildings can have unit-specific readiness timelines, so don’t assume based on the building type alone.