Pre-war buildings near the S78 bus in NYC

It refers to buildings built before 1947. The page filters the building set to match that construction-era signal.

The page focuses on buildings in the S78 bus corridor. Use it as a shortcut for location, then confirm exact walking time from the nearest stop to your destination.

Openigloo shows 1,599+ buildings that match the pre-war + S78-bus filter pair (as of 2026-07-07).

Ask about the unit’s current condition (repairs, heat/hot water), move-in costs, and any restrictions that affect daily life (laundry access, building entry rules, and noise).

No. Records and summaries can lag real-world conditions. Use Openigloo data to start a shortlist, then confirm with management directly and request documentation when relevant.

Lease terms vary by building and unit, but older stock often comes with more variability in layouts and maintenance history. Treat unit walkthroughs and repair follow-ups as part of your decision process.

Yes. Use the filter to keep your search focused on pre-war buildings along the S78 corridor, then compare what matters to you: condition, responsiveness, building rules, and total monthly cost beyond the rent.