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

It groups buildings that perform better on heat-related signals in Openigloo data. Use it to shortlist, but still ask the building how heat is provided for your specific unit and when repairs happen.

Does “near the SIM11 bus” mean the building is on the route?

The page is scoped to Kips Bay buildings mapped close to the SIM11 corridor. Confirm the exact walking time and whether the closest stop is convenient for your commute.

How many buildings match these filters right now?

There are 37+ buildings in scope for Kips Bay with the best-heat and SIM11 bus filter pair.

Should I rely only on the heat rating when choosing a unit?

No. Heat performance can vary by exposure, floor level, radiator access, and unit layout. Use the filter to reduce risk, then verify with management and ask for the building’s recent maintenance/repair approach.

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

Ask: how heat is controlled in your unit, what’s included in rent vs. tenant-paid utilities, typical response times for heat issues, and whether the building has any current boiler/radiator problems.

Can building heat signals be outdated?

Yes. Review activity and open signals can lag real-world conditions. If you visit at the wrong time of day or season, you may miss issues, so verify directly and ask about the most recent heating season.

How does Openigloo use renter feedback here?

Openigloo aggregates building-level ratings and review signals so you can compare heat-related patterns across buildings. Use that context, then do unit-specific confirmation with the landlord.

Buildings highly rated for heat near the SIM11 bus in Kips Bay

Kips Bay in Manhattan includes rated buildings with an average building rating of 3.7/5 across 138 rated buildings. Use the heat-focused shortlist and confirm unit-level details with the building, since performance can vary even within the same building (building-level trends; individual units can differ)

These buildings in Kips Bay are filtered for “best-heat” and mapped for proximity to the SIM11 bus. There are 37+ buildings in scope right now, so you can compare options without starting from scratch. Openigloo helps you narrow fast using building-level ratings, review signals, and practical renter context. Use the heat-focused filter plus the SIM11 bus route to shortlist buildings, then confirm details directly with the super or management before signing.

Buildings highly rated for heat near the SIM11 bus in Kips Bay

Buildings highly rated for heat near the SIM11 bus in Kips Bay

155 East 31 Street

230 East 30 Street

155 East 29 Street

247 East 28 Street

229 E 29 St

340 East 29 Street

154 East 29 Street

220 East 24 Street

442 3 Avenue

470 2 Avenue

334 East 26 Street

200 East 30 Street

145 East 27 Street

207 E 30 St

105 Lexington Avenue

20 Waterside Plaza

40 Waterside Plaza

226 East 29 Street

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