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

It’s a building-level heat performance signal based on renter feedback and supporting records where available. It’s meant to help you prioritize buildings that tend to deliver more reliable heat.

How is “near the M2 bus” determined?

The page applies the M2-bus filter to focus results to the M2 corridor area in NYC, so your shortlist stays tied to that commute route.

Does a high heat rating guarantee the specific unit will feel warm all winter?

No. Ratings reflect building-level patterns from renter reports, but unit factors (exposure, drafts, insulation, radiator condition, thermostat behavior) can still change your experience.

What should I ask the building before signing a lease for heat-related comfort?

Ask about heat-on/heat-off timing, thermostat or control limits, how maintenance is handled for heat complaints, and whether they can show prior work orders or a history of resolving heat issues.

Is heat performance based on current conditions?

Openigloo uses available data sources, but heat issues can change over time. If your move-in is soon, confirm what the building’s current heating process looks like in the unit you’re considering.

Are there extra fees or lease terms tied to heat reliability?

Not automatically. However, move-in and ongoing costs (deposit, possible broker fees, and any utilities terms) still vary by building. Confirm the full monthly cost beyond the asking rent before you sign.

How can I use this page to compare options safely?

Start with the heat + M2 filters to reduce noise, then compare at least: how the building responds to heat calls, the unit’s heating controls, window/draft conditions, and the exact lease language on utilities and heat responsibility.

11 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Good cause

237 East 10 Street

East Village

561 West 163 Street

Washington Heights

621 West 144 Street

Hamilton Heights

206 West 148 Street

Central Harlem

657 West 161 Street

Washington Heights

What to check before choosing a building highly rated for heat near the M2 bus in NYC

Expect to see buildings grouped by how consistently residents report on heat, plus proximity to the M2 bus corridor.
Check the lease for how heat is handled (tenant controls vs. building-controlled settings) and confirm any heating schedule or thermostat limitations.
Ask about documented maintenance response times for heat issues and whether there’s a 24/7 line for emergencies.
Verify all move-in costs in writing (deposit, potential broker fees, and any building-specific utilities rules) since monthly totals can differ even when heat performance is strong.
Compare building policies on window/insulation expectations if heat complaints often relate to drafts or unit-specific factors. Some issues are unit-level even when the building performs well overall.

Buildings highly rated for heat near the M2 bus in trending NYC neighborhoods

East Village

140 buildings

All Upper West Side

59 buildings

Washington Heights

54 buildings

Hamilton Heights

54 buildings

Central Harlem

51 buildings

South Harlem

41 buildings

Carnegie Hill

22 buildings

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