Buildings with low open violation rates near the BX17 bus in NYC

It’s based on NYC open records for currently open violation items tied to each building. The goal is to surface buildings with fewer open items right now, but conditions can change after the data refresh.

Not necessarily. It means there are fewer open items recorded at the time of the data pull. Maintenance delays, pest control timing, or new issues can still occur, so you should verify directly with the building.

Openigloo combines tenant reviews and Q&A with building-level open-data signals so you can compare how issues affect daily living—then you can ask targeted questions during tours.

NYC open-record data can lag real-world conditions and may not reflect very recent repairs or newly filed items. Treat it as a starting point, then confirm current status with management.

Ask what’s been fixed recently, who handles maintenance requests, response times for urgent issues, and whether anything is still pending related to safety, sanitation, or building systems.

Use it as a convenience filter for commuting. Still check the building’s exact location, walking distance to your preferred stop, and how your typical route looks at the times you’ll travel.

No. You still need to review the full lease terms and move-in costs (deposit and required fees) and confirm policy details. Lower open violations don’t change rent, utilities responsibility, or unit-specific rules.