Pre-war buildings near the S40 bus in NYC

“Pre-war” filters for buildings constructed before 1947. “S40 bus” limits results to buildings in the NYC area served by the S40 route so your shortlist stays tied to that commute corridor.

There are 1,102+ buildings that match the pre-war filter together with the S40-bus scope on Openigloo at this time.

No. Pre-war describes building age, not condition. You’ll still want to review unit photos/notes, ask about recent work (windows, plumbing, heating), and confirm current maintenance responsiveness with the building.

Ask about heating performance, hot water reliability, elevator service, pest prevention practices, and how quickly maintenance requests are handled. Also ask whether any issues are ongoing and how they’re tracked and resolved.

Openigloo surfaces reviews and tenant Q&A when available. If a building has limited feedback on-page, use that as a prompt to request details directly from the building or landlord.

Even with a fixed asking rent, renters often need to plan for move-in deposits and broker fees, plus potential utilities depending on the lease terms. Confirm the full monthly cost and payment schedule before you sign.

Yes. Service frequency, typical crowding, and stop location matter. Verify the exact walking route to your preferred stop and how it fits your timing, including evenings and weekends.