Buildings with heat and hot water included near 77 St station in NYC

It means the building matches the filter indicating heat and hot water are included for residents. Still, rules can vary by building and unit—confirm exactly what’s covered (and what isn’t) with the leasing office.

It’s a location-based scope: buildings near 77 St station that also match the heat/hot-water-included filter pair on Openigloo.

No. Heat and hot water may be included, while electricity, cooking fuel, internet, and other charges can still be separate. Ask for a clear written utilities breakdown for your specific unit.

Included heat doesn’t always mean you control the system the same way across buildings. Ask how the thermostat works, whether heating is seasonally scheduled, and how comfort is handled.

Utilities included can reduce one line item, but you should still account for the full monthly cost—broker fee (if applicable), deposit, and any other recurring charges shown by the building.

They help you screen quickly, but conditions can change. Use them as context, then verify the current terms directly with the building before moving forward.

Request the lease language or a utilities/addendum document in writing, ask what’s included vs. separate, and confirm any unit-specific limitations (for example, laundry or hot-water timing) that could affect day-to-day use.