Pre-war buildings near the SIM33C bus in NYC

It refers to buildings constructed before 1947. Still, confirm the details for each building/unit, especially if major renovations changed amenities or layouts.

Openigloo groups buildings based on their proximity to the SIM33C bus route so you can target commute-friendly locations. Treat it as a starting point, then check the nearest stop and your walking route.

3,408+ pre-war buildings near the SIM33C bus route are currently included in the Openigloo building set for this page.

No. Bus-adjacent areas can have variable noise and traffic patterns, and older buildings can have different maintenance histories. Use tenant Q&A and ask management about current conditions.

Ask about heating and hot water reliability, appliance hookups, laundry access, elevator operation (if applicable), pest-management practices, and any recent work or planned work that could affect daily use.

Yes. Pre-war buildings can be updated, but renovations vary by building and unit. Confirm what’s been renovated (and what hasn’t) for the specific apartment you’re considering.

Use them to spot patterns (management responsiveness, maintenance follow-through, day-to-day friction). Then validate with a direct question to the building and a unit-specific walkthrough, since experiences can differ across apartments.