What does “recommended-by-renters” mean on this page?

It’s based on renter feedback collected in Openigloo for buildings in this scope. Read the notes alongside the score so you can judge whether the experience matches your priorities.

Does “near the M9 bus” guarantee the exact commute time to my destination?

No. “Near” reflects proximity, but walk time and transfer patterns vary by destination. Treat it as a routing shortcut and confirm the route and timing before committing.

How should I use the building rating on Openigloo for Kips Bay?

Use it as a screening tool. Ratings here reflect 3.7/5 across 138 rated buildings, then still check individual unit differences and current conditions with the building.

What costs should I confirm before applying?

Confirm the full monthly cost beyond the asking rent, including broker fee, deposit, and utilities. Ask what’s included in rent and what isn’t.

Are open-data signals on Openigloo enough to rely on?

They’re useful for spotting patterns early, but you should still ask the building directly for the most current policies and any unit-specific details (availability, maintenance response, and lease terms).

How do I avoid surprises after touring?

Ask for lease terms and building policies in writing, confirm move-in/turnaround timing, and verify practical items that affect daily life (laundry, packages, and maintenance request process).

Which neighborhoods are trending right now?

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 recommended by renters near the M9 bus in Kips Bay

Kips Bay is a Manhattan neighborhood people often choose for its mix of residential streets and easy access to transit. On Openigloo, this page focuses on buildings near the M9 bus that renters have recommended, so you can narrow to options that fit your commute. In Kips Bay, rated buildings have an average score of 3.7/5 across 138 rated buildings (building-level trends; individual units can differ)

Find buildings recommended by renters near the M9 bus in Kips Bay. This page narrows to 40+ buildings and helps you focus on places other tenants have flagged as worth a look. Openigloo pulls renter feedback and building signals into one place, so you can compare options without starting from scratch. Use the rated building info plus open-data indicators to spot patterns early, then verify details with the management team before you sign.

Showing 37–40 of 40 buildings recommended by renters near the M9 bus in Kips Bay.

Good cause

249 E 30 St

Kips Bay

200 East 28 Street

3.2(3)

Kips Bay

No evictions

No 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

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

232 East 26 Street

3.6(3)

Kips Bay

No evictions

11 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

What to check before for buildings recommended by renters near the M9 bus in Kips Bay

Expect a short list of buildings near the M9 bus that have renter recommendations on Openigloo—filter by your commute needs and confirm the closest stops.
Check what “recommended” is based on for each building (unit fit, responsiveness, maintenance, noise) and read recent renter notes before touring.
Verify current rent and all monthly costs (broker fee, deposit, and utilities) since advertised rent alone doesn’t show your full budget.
Use the rated building score as a starting point, then ask for lease terms in writing (move-in timing, renewal process, and any special building rules).
Confirm practical details for your situation: elevator access, laundry, package handling, and how maintenance requests are submitted and tracked.

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Buildings with low open violation rates near the M9 bus in Kips Bay

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Buildings highly rated for water pressure near the M9 bus in Kips Bay

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Buildings highly rated for owner responsiveness near the M9 bus in Kips Bay

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Buildings highly rated for cleanliness near the M9 bus in Kips Bay

33 buildings

Buildings highly rated for pest control near the M9 bus in Kips Bay

32 buildings

Buildings with heat and hot water included near the M9 bus in Kips Bay

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Buildings highly rated for heat near the M9 bus in Kips Bay

31 buildings

Buildings with low historical violations near the M9 bus in Kips Bay

30 buildings

Buildings highly rated for trash management near the M9 bus in Kips Bay

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Buildings without bedbugs in Kips Bay

443 buildings

Buildings without rodents in Kips Bay

429 buildings

Buildings with low litigation rates in Kips Bay

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Buildings with low eviction rates in Kips Bay

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Buildings with low open violation rates in Kips Bay

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Buildings with low rent increases in Kips Bay

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Buildings recommended by renters near the M9 bus in Kips Bay