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

It’s a heat-focused building filter that ranks eligible buildings using Openigloo’s signals tied to heat performance. Use it to short-list, then confirm the specifics with the building.

How does the M102 bus filter affect which buildings I’ll see?

The “m102-bus” part of the filter limits results to the Kips Bay area match associated with the M102 bus route. It’s meant to help you prioritize commutes along that corridor.

Are these buildings guaranteed to have good heat once I move in?

No filter can guarantee conditions for every unit at all times. You should ask the building directly about current heating practices, how issues are handled, and what to do if your unit runs cold.

What should I ask about heat before signing a lease?

Ask how heat is controlled in your unit, how maintenance requests are tracked, expected response timelines, and whether there are any building-wide scheduling practices during shoulder seasons.

Does “highly rated for heat” mean the building is also well-run in other areas?

This page is optimized for heat signals, but it doesn’t replace checking broader context. Review the building’s overall rating, tenant Q&A themes, and any recurring maintenance-related concerns.

What costs can affect my total monthly budget beyond rent?

Confirm utilities (if heat or hot water are included), any required deposits, and any move-in or administrative fees so your full monthly cost matches what you’re budgeting.

Which neighborhoods are trending 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; Fulton/Seaport with 1,758+ buildings.

Buildings highly rated for heat near the M102 bus in Kips Bay

Kips Bay is a Manhattan neighborhood where renters often look for practical commute access along major corridors, including bus routes that connect to surrounding areas. In this scope, Kips Bay has an average building rating of 3.7/5 across 138 rated buildings (building-level trends; individual units can differ)

This page highlights buildings highly rated for heat near the M102 bus in Kips Bay, with 46+ buildings in scope. The filters combine “best-heat” plus the M102-bus area match, so you can focus your search on buildings that score well on heat-related signals. Openigloo helps you screen with building ratings plus practical, renter-first context from review signals and tenant Q&A where available. Use it to narrow down faster, then confirm details directly with management before signing a lease.

Showing 37–46 of 46 buildings highly rated for heat near the M102 bus in Kips Bay.

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

203 East 27 Street

4.8(4)

Kips Bay

1 eviction

18 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

151 Lexington Avenue

4.3(5)

Kips Bay

1 eviction

No open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

530 2 Ave

3.5(4)

Kips Bay

1 eviction

No open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

235 East 27 Street

Kips Bay

140 East 31 Street

Kips Bay

215 East 24 Street

4.3(3)

Kips Bay

No evictions

9 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

208 East 34 Street

Kips Bay

205 East 33 Street

Kips Bay

362 3 Avenue

4.1(3)

Kips Bay

No evictions

2 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

216 East 29 Street

4.4(3)

Kips Bay

No evictions

6 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

What to check before choosing a building highly rated for heat near the M102 bus in Kips Bay

Start with the heat-focused “best-heat” filter, then narrow by proximity to the M102 bus when comparing buildings.
Check how heat is provided in the unit and building schedule (thermostat control, landlord response times, and any seasonal limits).
Verify the full monthly cost beyond asking rent: confirm required deposits, whether utilities are included, and any move-in/administrative fees.
If a building uses group heating schedules or lock-step thermostat settings, ask for the exact policy for your floor/unit type before committing.

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