What does the best-heat filter mean on Openigloo?

It groups buildings based on signals from tenant-reported experience with how heat works in practice. Use it as a starting point, then verify the specific unit details with the building.

How does the r-train filter work?

It narrows the Chelsea building results to those near the R train line. Walking times and station entrances vary, so confirm your route during your search.

Does “highly rated for heat” guarantee strong heat in every apartment?

No. Heating performance can differ by unit (exposure, radiator condition, and building system balancing). Treat the filter as risk reduction, not a guarantee.

What should I ask before applying or signing a lease?

Ask how heat is controlled, whether heat is consistent through the coldest months, who is responsible for repairs, and whether any utilities are billed separately for your unit.

Are these heat ratings based on real-world conditions right now?

They’re based on Openigloo’s building-level signals and tenant-provided information. If you’re moving in soon, ask for current guidance and any recent maintenance history.

How should I balance commute and building comfort when both filters apply?

Prioritize the non-negotiable for you: if heat reliability matters most, compare best-heat context first, then use r-train to eliminate long commutes. Check both before committing.

Are Chelsea buildings with higher heat ratings also better overall?

Heat performance and overall experience are related but not identical. Compare heat-specific notes alongside broader building information on each building page before you decide.

Buildings highly rated for heat near the R train in Chelsea

Chelsea is a Manhattan neighborhood where you can filter buildings by commute access (like the R train) and by building signals such as heat performance. On this page, the eligible buildings represent 31+ matches for the heat + transit focus in Chelsea. For Chelsea, rated buildings average 3.7/5 across 111 rated buildings (building-level trends; individual units can differ)

Find buildings highly rated for heat in Chelsea with the R train nearby. This page covers 31+ buildings that match the best-heat + r-train filter pair. Openigloo helps you narrow by combining building signals with tenant-written context. Use the rated-building data, then open each building’s page to compare what people report about heat and follow up via the building and unit questions before you sign a lease.

Showing 19–31 of 31 buildings highly rated for heat near the R train in Chelsea.

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

216 7 Avenue

Chelsea

231 West 25 Street

4.2(5)

Chelsea

No evictions

1 open violation

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Good cause

160 West 22 Street

4.9(5)

Chelsea

No evictions

No open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

130 West 15 Street

4.4(6)

Chelsea

No evictions

1 open violation

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

108 West 15 Street

Chelsea

102 West 24 Street

4.2(4)

Chelsea

1 eviction

3 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Good cause

266 West 25 Street

Chelsea

122 West 20 Street

3.8(4)

Chelsea

No evictions

1 open violation

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Good cause

144 West 23 Street

4.0(4)

Chelsea

No evictions

No open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Good cause

126 West 25 Street

3.5(3)

Chelsea

No evictions

No open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

150 West 21 Street

Chelsea

170 West 23 Street

4.2(4)

Chelsea

2 evictions

2 open violations

No litigation history

Bedbug history

Good cause

241 West 24 Street

2.8(3)

Chelsea

No evictions

1 open violation

No litigation history

No bedbug history

What to check before choosing a building highly rated for heat near the R train in Chelsea

Use best-heat to shortlist buildings where tenants report more consistent heating; then confirm details per unit (thermostat access, radiator/AC setup, and winter performance).
Use r-train to focus your search around the subway line commute; verify the exact walking time from the building door to your typical station entrance.
Check lease terms in writing for heat responsibility and any tenant-paid utilities, since “included utilities” can vary by building and unit.
Look for any recent building maintenance or complaint notes in the building page so you can judge whether the heating issue reports are improving or recurring.
If you’re sensitive to temperature swings, ask about how long heat is provided each season and whether there are landlord-controlled schedules.

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