What does the “5-train” filter mean on this East Harlem buildings page?

It groups buildings near the 5 train in East Harlem so you can focus on a commute route. Still confirm the walk time and the nearest stop for the specific unit and time of day.

What does “recommended by renters” refer to?

It’s based on renter engagement and signals captured in Openigloo’s building research workflow. Use the recommendations as a starting point, then read the details and the Q&A tied to each building.

How many buildings are currently included in this page’s scope?

There are 11+ buildings that match the 5-train and recommended-by-renters criteria in East Harlem right now.

Are the ratings for East Harlem based on enough data?

East Harlem shows an average rating of 3.2/5 across 92 rated buildings. Treat individual buildings separately and check the specific building’s signals and Q&A.

What should I verify before submitting an application?

Confirm the lease terms, all move-in costs (including deposits and any broker or screening fees listed for the building), and non-rent rules like utilities, laundry access, and building-wide policies.

Does being “recommended by renters” guarantee the unit will fit my needs?

No. Preferences vary. Use the renter notes and building details to check whether your priorities (quiet, maintenance, layout, utilities) line up with how the building actually operates.

Which neighborhoods are trending in this scope right now?

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

Buildings recommended by renters near the 5 train in East Harlem

East Harlem is a Manhattan neighborhood where renters commonly compare building details alongside transit access, especially for nearby subway lines. On Openigloo, you can focus on buildings that match your commute and then read renter-driven signals to guide shortlist decisions. In East Harlem, rated buildings average 3.2/5 across 92 rated buildings. (building-level trends; individual units can differ)

Browse buildings recommended by renters near the 5 train in East Harlem. This page includes 11+ eligible buildings that match the 5-train filter and have renter signals on Openigloo. Use Openigloo to compare buildings without guesswork: check rated buildings, read what renters said, and use open-data signals plus building Q&A to narrow down where to tour and what to ask before you sign a lease.

Showing 1–11 of 11 buildings recommended by renters near the 5 train in East Harlem.

Rent-stabilized

2211 3 Ave

East Harlem

2205 3 Avenue

East Harlem

2183 3 Ave

3.5(8)

East Harlem

2 evictions

No open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

181 East 119 Street

East Harlem

203 East 121 Street

East Harlem

245 East 124 Street

East Harlem

216 East 118 Street

East Harlem

1890 Lexington Avenue

East Harlem

200 East 117 Street

East Harlem

2319 3 Avenue

4.4(3)

East Harlem

9 evictions

No open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

232 East 116 Street

East Harlem

What to check before for buildings recommended by renters near the 5 train in East Harlem

Start with the renter recommendations, then confirm the commute fit for your exact stop along the 5 train.
Filter further by what matters to you (move-in timing, building features, and current availability) before contacting management.
Pay attention to total monthly cost beyond rent, including deposits and any broker or screening fees stated in the building details.
If a building’s policy is mentioned (laundry, pets, utilities, package handling), verify the current rules directly with the landlord.
Use the building Q&A to pre-screen common issues (noise, maintenance response, lease renewal practices) before you tour.

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Buildings without bedbugs in East Harlem

1,467 buildings

Buildings without rodents in East Harlem

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Buildings with low eviction rates in East Harlem

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Buildings with low litigation rates in East Harlem

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Buildings with low rent increases in East Harlem

109 buildings

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