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

It’s a building-level filter that prioritizes pest-control performance signals. Use it to shortlist buildings, then confirm details directly with the building about the service plan, cadence, and how they handle recurring issues.

How does the “R train” filter work for Kips Bay buildings?

It narrows the results to buildings in Kips Bay that are aligned with the R train commute pattern. Still verify the specific route, walking distance, and timing for your usual destination.

Are these buildings guaranteed to have no pest problems?

No. Any pest-control outcome can vary by unit and time. Even on highly rated buildings, ask about recent service history and the escalation steps if a unit reports a problem.

What should I ask the building about pest control before signing?

Ask about preventative vs. reactive treatment, how often inspections happen, documentation they can share, who responds after a report, and whether there are any tenant responsibilities (like access, reporting timelines, or preparation steps).

How reliable are the rating signals for pest control?

They’re based on Openigloo building signals and tenant feedback where available, but they can lag real-world conditions. It’s still worth asking for current documentation and speaking with building management.

What if a building looks good on the filter but I’m worried about my unit’s risk?

Use the Q&A and review content to gauge how issues are handled, then ask the building what factors matter most for your specific unit (layout, ground-floor exposure, adjacent areas, or recent maintenance).

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

Buildings highly rated for pest control near the R train in Kips Bay

Kips Bay is a Manhattan neighborhood where renters often balance commute access with building-by-building service quality. On Openigloo, you can compare nearby buildings using pest-control signals plus tenant feedback. For Kips Bay, rated buildings average 3.7/5 across 138 rated buildings (building-level trends; individual units can differ)

These are buildings highly rated for pest control, filtered for the R train and within Kips Bay in Manhattan. There are 28+ buildings in scope right now, so you can narrow down before you tour. On Openigloo, you can use building ratings plus pest-control and location signals, then sanity-check with tenant Q&A and landlord/building details where available. The goal is to help you shortlist buildings and ask the right questions before you sign a lease.

Showing 1–18 of 28 buildings highly rated for pest control near the R train in Kips Bay.

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155 East 31 Street

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Buildings highly rated for pest control near the R train in Kips Bay

Buildings highly rated for pest control near the R train in Kips Bay

155 East 31 Street

155 East 29 Street

401 2 Avenue

306 3 Avenue

150 East 34 Street

220 East 24 Street

105 Lexington Avenue

214 East 24 Street

227 Lexington Avenue

208 East 28 Street

215 East 26 Street

231 Lexington Avenue

209 East 25 Street

380 3 Avenue

141 East 33 Street

219 East 28 Street

206 E 25 St

159 East 30 Street

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