Buildings with low open violation rates near the BXM18 bus in Fieldston

It’s based on an open-data signal that tracks open violation status. The goal is to help you prioritize buildings with fewer open items, but it may not capture every real-world condition at the unit level.

No. Open records can lag and can also reflect different categories of issues. You should still ask the building about the specific unit and recent repairs, and confirm the timeline for anything still being addressed.

Use it to reduce commute friction by targeting buildings within practical reach of your route. Then confirm walking time from the exact building entrance to the stop you’ll use most.

Ask what repairs are active or recently completed, whether there are any ongoing disputes or outstanding items not captured in open records, and how maintenance requests are handled (including expected response times).

Yes. Even when the building ranks well on open-violation signals, review the lease terms carefully for renewals, fees, and any added move-in requirements. If there are accessibility, pet, or parking needs, confirm them in writing.

Concourse with 1,709+ buildings; Fordham with 967+ buildings; University Heights with 836+ buildings; Soundview with 2,493+ buildings; Norwood with 741+ buildings.

It’s a useful filter for narrowing options, but not a substitute for due diligence. Pair it with a tour, photos/condition checks, and direct questions to management about current and upcoming work.