What does the “best-heat” filter mean on Openigloo?

It’s a quality filter based on building-level signals and renter feedback about heat performance. Read the associated notes for the specific issues renters mention, not just the score.

How does the J-train filter work for buildings in Manhattan?

It narrows results to buildings positioned for access to the J train. Double-check the exact subway stop you’ll rely on and the walk time in winter conditions.

Do highly rated heat buildings always provide heat reliably in every unit?

No. Building conditions can vary by unit (radiator condition, thermostat behavior, apartment layout). Use the heat notes as a starting point, then confirm details directly with the leasing office.

What should I ask the super or leasing team before signing?

Ask about how heat is delivered (and controlled), typical response time for heat complaints, whether there are common winter problems, and what steps they take when a unit isn’t heating.

Is this page only about “heat included” in the rent?

Not necessarily. The filters focus on heat performance and J-train access. You still need to confirm whether heat is included, and review how utilities are handled in the specific lease.

Where do Openigloo’s signals come from?

Openigloo combines building ratings, renter Q&A, and open-data signals tied to the building. It helps you compare, but you should still verify operational details with the building directly.

Which neighborhoods are trending in this Manhattan scope?

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 highly rated for heat near the J train in Manhattan

These buildings in Manhattan are filtered for “best-heat” performance and J-train access, with 241+ buildings to compare. Use this page to focus on buildings where residents consistently report reliable heat and where commuting routes align with the J train. Openigloo helps you narrow down faster using building ratings, open-data signals, and renter Q&A so you can sanity-check what “good heat” looks like in practice. Before you sign, review the heat-related notes and ask targeted questions about steam/hot-water service, maintenance response, and winter day-to-day reliability.

Showing 235–241 of 241 buildings highly rated for heat near the J train in Manhattan.

Rent-stabilized

91 Attorney Street

4.0(3)

Lower East Side

No evictions

No open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

119 Mott Street

3.2(3)

Chinatown

No evictions

5 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

38 Rutgers Street

2.5(3)

Two Bridges

1 eviction

No open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Good cause

118 Ridge Street

Lower East Side

247 Mulberry Street

4.0(3)

Nolita

No evictions

2 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

21 Essex Street

2.9(3)

Chinatown

No evictions

5 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Good cause

20 Loisaida Avenue

3.8(3)

East Village

No evictions

No open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

What to check before choosing a building highly rated for heat near the J train in Manhattan

Confirm what “best-heat” means for each building by reading the specific heat notes tied to that address.
Check J-train commute fit: compare the exact station(s) you’ll use and the walk time from the building entrance.
Ask how heat is controlled (radiators vs. central systems) and what happens during service disruptions.
Verify the building’s winter process: how quickly maintenance responds to heat complaints and how residents report fixes.
Before applying, review the full move-in costs and lease terms (security deposit, broker fee where applicable, and any utility or heat-included rules).

Buildings highly rated for heat near the J train in trending Manhattan neighborhoods

Lower East Side

85 buildings

East Village

55 buildings

Financial District

27 buildings

Nolita

17 buildings

Little Italy

11 buildings

Fulton/Seaport

10 buildings

Chinatown

10 buildings

More filters for buildings highly rated for heat near the J train in Manhattan

Buildings with low open violation rates near the J train in Manhattan

957 buildings

Buildings with low rent increases near the J train in Manhattan

455 buildings

Buildings with high tenant retention near the J train in Manhattan

442 buildings

Buildings recommended by renters near the J train in Manhattan

284 buildings

Buildings highly rated for trash management near the J train in Manhattan

280 buildings

Buildings highly rated for water pressure near the J train in Manhattan

273 buildings

Buildings highly rated for cleanliness near the J train in Manhattan

261 buildings

Buildings highly rated for pest control near the J train in Manhattan

259 buildings

Buildings highly rated for owner responsiveness near the J train in Manhattan

247 buildings

Buildings that accept digital rent payments near the J train in Manhattan

177 buildings

Buildings with low historical violations near the J train in Manhattan

163 buildings

Buildings with heat and hot water included near the J train in Manhattan

154 buildings

Other building filters

Buildings without bedbugs in Manhattan

25,786 buildings

Buildings without rodents in Manhattan

23,066 buildings

Buildings with low eviction rates in Manhattan

19,650 buildings

Buildings with low litigation rates in Manhattan

19,118 buildings

Buildings with low open violation rates in Manhattan

9,644 buildings

Buildings with low rent increases in Manhattan

3,853 buildings

Buildings highly rated for heat near the J train in other NYC boroughs

Brooklyn

312 buildings

Queens

11 buildings

Buildings highly rated for heat near the J train in Manhattan