What does “best-heat” mean on Openigloo?

It’s a filter based on Openigloo’s building rating signals for heat-related conditions. Use the building’s score details to see what drove the rating, then confirm specifics directly with the building.

How do I interpret “near the BX19 bus” for a building address?

The BX19 filter is tied to the transit corridor around the bus route. Still, walking time and stop alignment can vary by address, so verify the exact stop you’ll use and the route you’ll take.

How can I use the Openigloo signals to decide faster?

Start with the rated building data, then scan the Q&A for heat-related themes (maintenance response, consistency, and any recurring issues). Use that to draft questions for the super or leasing office.

Are there any common lease or move-in costs I should expect even after filtering?

Yes. Filtering for heat ratings does not change standard move-in items like security deposit, broker fee, and required application or onboarding documentation. Always confirm the full monthly cost and the up-front fees listed for each building.

Can I rely on the heat rating alone?

No. Ratings are helpful, but they can’t replace unit-level confirmation. Ask how heat is managed in the specific apartment and how quickly the building responds to maintenance requests.

What should I ask about heat before signing?

Ask about thermostat/radiator controls, expected heat behavior in your unit’s exposure (corner/upper floors), how outages are handled, and the process for submitting and tracking heat-related maintenance requests.

Which neighborhoods are trending right now in this scope?

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 BX19 bus in Manhattan

This page focuses on buildings highly rated for heat near the BX19 bus in Manhattan—127+ buildings currently match. The filters combine “best-heat” building ratings with the BX19 bus area for a tighter commute- and comfort-focused search. Openigloo helps you compare buildings using rated building data, then dig into what tenants asked and answered about living conditions. You can review the open-data signals behind the “best-heat” score and use building-level notes to ask sharper questions before you sign a lease.

Showing 91–108 of 127 buildings highly rated for heat near the BX19 bus in Manhattan.

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

600 West 157 Street

2.2(3)

Washington Heights

Buildings highly rated for heat near the BX19 bus in Manhattan

Buildings highly rated for heat near the BX19 bus in Manhattan

600 West 157 Street

30 Bradhurst Avenue

2340 7 Avenue

2492 7 Avenue

605 West 137 Street

518 West 136 Street

234 West 148 Street

500 West 148 Street

3333A Broadway

546 West 146 Street

468 West 146 Street

310 Convent Avenue

565 West 139 Street

532 West 147 Street

542 West 153 Street

853 Riverside Drive

785 St Nicholas Avenue

125 West 138 Street

Buildings highly rated for heat near the BX19 bus in trending Manhattan neighborhoods

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