Buildings with high tenant retention near the BXM3 bus in East Harlem

It’s a data-driven signal that renters tend to stay longer at the building. It’s meant to help you screen buildings, but it does not replace what the landlord or managing agent will offer on your specific lease.

It narrows results to buildings located near the BXM3 bus route area. You should still confirm the walking time from the exact address to the stop you’ll use most.

No. Retention is about observed renter behavior over time, not about your future renewal terms, rent increases, or unit-by-unit conditions. Ask about renewal options and any unit-specific constraints.

Verify the unit’s current availability, the exact move-in date, required deposits/fees, and what the full monthly cost includes. Also confirm any building processes for packages, maintenance requests, and how repairs are handled.

They’re different signals. Rating is based on rated buildings data (shown on this neighborhood page), while retention reflects renter staying patterns. Use both as inputs for your shortlist, then confirm details directly.

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.

Treat them as a guide to what to ask: take note of recurring maintenance, communication, or move-in friction points, then ask the building directly for unit specifics. Use the info to build a targeted checklist for your appointment.