Buildings with heat and hot water included near the BX2 bus in NYC

It means the building matches the filter for included heat and hot water. Still, ask the building to confirm the exact utility scope for your unit (what’s included and what, if anything, is billed separately).

The BX2 bus filter narrows the building set to places near the BX2 route. Use it as a commute starting point, then double-check walking distance and typical travel time for the specific address.

Not always. Building-level inclusion can still vary by unit configuration or sub-metering practices. Verify with the landlord or super for the specific apartment you plan to rent.

Openigloo helps you compare buildings using tenant Q&A and review notes, plus open-data signals when available. Treat these as prompts to ask the building the final question about utilities and lease terms.

Even when heat and hot water are included, you should still confirm the full monthly cost details like electricity or cooking charges (if applicable), plus move-in fees such as broker fee and deposit requirements.

You shouldn’t. Use this page to shortlist buildings, then contact the building to confirm the utility inclusions and lease terms for your exact unit.

Ask for the written utility breakdown (what’s included vs. billed), how changes happen if the building updates billing policies, and the full list of move-in and recurring charges that affect your monthly total.