What does “best-heat + M104-bus” mean on this page?

“Best-heat” is Openigloo’s filter for buildings that score well on heat-related indicators, and “M104-bus” restricts results to buildings near the M104 route so you can prioritize commutes.

Does “best-heat” guarantee my apartment will be warm all winter?

No. Heat conditions can vary by unit, exposure, and building systems. Use the filter to find buildings with better signals, then verify specifics for your exact unit with the super or leasing office.

How should I use the heat-related ratings in my decision?

Treat them as a starting point. Read what rated buildings indicate, then ask targeted questions about thermostat control, maintenance response, and how quickly heat is restored after issues.

What should I ask about heat before signing a lease?

Ask how heat is regulated in your unit, whether radiators are maintained regularly, and what happens during outages or slow warm-ups. Also confirm any building policy on window/thermostat usage.

How do I confirm the M104 access is practical for my commute?

Check the route/stop details shown on each building page and compare with your typical travel time. A building can be “near” the bus but still require a long walk at night or during bad weather.

Are there any extra costs I should consider when focusing on heat?

Yes. Even if a building is well-rated for heat, your total monthly cost can still depend on deposit, fees, and how utilities are handled for your specific unit.

Which neighborhoods are trending in this scope right now?

East Village with 11,857+ buildings; Hell's Kitchen with 6,943+ buildings; Yorkville with 9,328+ buildings; Lenox Hill with 8,357+ buildings; Kips Bay with 4,472+ buildings.

Buildings highly rated for heat near the M104 bus in All Upper West Side

All Upper West Side is a Manhattan area where renters commonly filter by building signals and live-near-commute needs, including access to the M104 route. On Openigloo, All Upper West Side buildings average a 3.6/5 (across 206 rated buildings), which can help you shortlist options before you dig into heat-specific Q&A and unit-level details. (building-level trends; individual units can differ)

This page groups buildings highly rated for heat near the M104 bus in All Upper West Side, with 113+ buildings that match your filters (best-heat + M104-bus). Use it to narrow down options before you schedule tours. Openigloo helps renters compare buildings using signals like heat-related scoring plus what other renters report. You can read the latest context from rated buildings, then confirm details directly with the super or leasing office through tenant Q&A and follow-up questions.

Showing 109–113 of 113 buildings highly rated for heat near the M104 bus in All Upper West Side.

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

227 Columbus Avenue

All Upper West Side

117 West 70 Street

All Upper West Side

45 West 67 Street

4.9(3)

All Upper West Side

No evictions

17 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

4 West 103 Street

All Upper West Side

56 West 105 Street

All Upper West Side

What to check before for buildings highly rated for heat near the M104 bus in All Upper West Side

Review the “best-heat” signal on each building page, but still ask how heat is handled during shoulder seasons and on the coldest nights.
Check the exact distance-to-route details for M104 access on the building page, since a “nearby” stop can still affect walk time.
Look for any heat-related notes in tenant Q&A (for example: responsiveness to issues, radiator/thermostat behavior, or past problems).
Before signing, confirm your FULL move-in and monthly cost plan beyond rent (deposit, any fees, and expected utility responsibility).
If a building is older or has multiple heating zones, ask whether your unit’s layout and exposure affect how warm it stays. Heat ratings don’t guarantee every individual unit will feel the same.

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