What does “best pest control” mean on this Openigloo buildings page?

It’s an Openigloo filter that prioritizes buildings with strong signals related to pest-control performance based on renter-reported experiences and building-level indicators. The goal is to help you start with buildings that tend to handle pest issues more reliably.

Why does this page say “near the 2 train”?

The scope is NYC buildings mapped to the 2 train corridor area. Use it to focus your search geographically so commute and building management are easier to compare across options.

Are these building ratings a guarantee that pests will never happen?

No. Pest outcomes can vary by unit, neighboring conditions, seasonality, and maintenance timing. Use the ratings to shortlist, then verify the current plan with the building for the specific unit you’re considering.

What should I ask the super or leasing office before applying or renewing?

Ask about their treatment cadence, how complaints are logged, how quickly they respond, who performs treatments, and what they do to prevent recurring issues in the same area or unit type.

Is pest-control performance consistent across every apartment in a building?

Not always. Even in highly rated buildings, differences in unit condition, ventilation, plumbing, and resident behavior can affect outcomes. Try to confirm details for the floor and unit you’d be renting.

If there’s an issue after move-in, what documentation should I keep?

Keep written communication (emails/messages) and note dates, locations, and photos where appropriate. That gives you a clear record if you need follow-up and it helps you compare how the building responds over time.

How do I decide between two similarly rated buildings near the 2 train?

Compare practical factors: responsiveness history in tenant Q&A, how the building explains process and access/notice, any stated policies for prevention and repeat issues, and how quickly you can get confirmations for the exact unit you want.

1 open violation

1 litigation case

No bedbug history

806 St Johns Place

Crown Heights

748 Franklin Avenue

4.7(3)

Crown Heights

No evictions

1 open violation

No litigation history

No bedbug history

88 East 127 Street

4.7(3)

Central Harlem

No evictions

No open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

154 Columbus Avenue

3.4(3)

All Upper West Side

No evictions

1 open violation

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

210 West 19 Street

4.5(4)

Chelsea

No evictions

2 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Good cause

911 Nostrand Avenue

Crown Heights

308 W 104 St

Upper West Side

What to check before for buildings highly rated for pest control near the 2 train in NYC

Confirm the building’s pest-control process in writing: treatment schedule, who coordinates entry, and how issues are tracked per unit.
Ask about recent history for the specific unit type (studio/1BR/etc.) and whether there’s an active plan for the floor or adjacent units.
Check what access and notice the building requires for treatments, and whether it aligns with your work schedule and move-in timeline.
Make sure you understand any fees tied to pest issues, maintenance service calls, or add-ons for protection (even if the building is rated well).
If you’re sensitive to exposure or allergies, ask for the product types used and whether there are unit re-entry guidelines after treatment.

Buildings highly rated for pest control near the 2 train in trending NYC neighborhoods

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Crown Heights

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