What does the “best-heat” filter mean on Openigloo?

It groups NYC buildings that have been rated highly for heat based on renter feedback tied to heating performance. It’s meant to help you shortlist buildings where heat is less of a recurring problem.

How many buildings match this heat-focused filter?

3,782+ buildings currently match the best-heat filter on Openigloo as of 2026-07-07.

Do the heat ratings apply to every individual apartment in a building?

Not always. The filter reflects building-level patterns from renter feedback, but actual comfort can vary by unit layout, exposure, and how the heating system is balanced across apartments.

What should I ask the leasing office about heat before signing?

Ask whether heat is regulated tenant-side or building-side, how heating is managed in shoulder season, how quickly issues are addressed, and whether utilities or any charges affect your monthly cost.

Can I use tenant Q&A to confirm heat responsiveness?

Yes. Look for questions about slow repairs, thermostat behavior, or recurring cold complaints, then check the answers for timelines and consistency. If Q&A is sparse, treat that as a prompt to ask directly.

Is “best-heat” the same as “no-violations” or “no-bedbugs/no-rodents”?

No. This page is specifically focused on heat ratings, not on violation history or pest outcomes. Use additional filters and building notes if you want to screen for those other risk areas.

How reliable is the heat information compared with asking the building directly?

Use it as a starting signal. Ratings and notes can lag what’s happening now, so still verify heat operation for the exact unit, ask about maintenance practices, and request clarity on how heating is handled during winter months.

Buildings highly rated for heat in NYC

This page highlights buildings highly rated for heat in NYC. Use Openigloo to find buildings where renters consistently flag heating performance, with 3,782+ buildings currently matching this filter. Openigloo brings together tenant feedback plus building-level signals from open data so you can compare options without relying on word-of-mouth. As you narrow down, read the heat-related comments, check any posted building notes, and use tenant Q&A to confirm how heating works in real units—especially in shoulder and winter months.

Showing 3,169–3,186 of 3,782 buildings highly rated for heat in NYC.

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

115 West 71 Street

4.2(3)

All Upper West Side

Buildings highly rated for heat in NYC

Buildings highly rated for heat in NYC

115 West 71 Street

1358 New York Avenue

163 Mulberry Street

520 East 12 Street

149 Elizabeth St

36 East 36 Street

600 Ocean Avenue

173 Jefferson Street

248 Hancock Street

430 East 86 Street

317 East 74 Street

121 Boerum Street

243 Harman Street

35 Christopher Street

588 Quincy Street

220 Sullivan Street

1636 Norman Street

388 Midwood Street

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