What does “best-heat” mean on Openigloo?

It’s an Openigloo filter based on heat-related signals from renter feedback and open-data signals for the building. Use it to narrow your search, not to replace asking the superintendent or building manager about your unit.

Does this page guarantee the building will provide good heat?

No. Heat performance can vary by unit layout, radiator condition, and maintenance response times. Treat the filter as a shortlist, then ask the building directly how heat is maintained during the coldest weeks.

What does “near the W train” cover in this search?

It focuses your results to buildings in Kips Bay that are near the W subway route, so your daily commute routes are shorter. Always verify the specific stop walking time from your tour location.

What should I ask during a tour or before applying?

Ask about the heating system in your specific unit, typical maintenance response for heat complaints, whether thermostats work reliably, and how the building documents repairs during the heating season.

Will I still need to budget for more than the asking rent?

Yes. Even when a building is shortlisted for heat, your full monthly cost can still depend on how utilities are handled and what fees apply. Confirm the full cost details with the broker or landlord before committing.

Which neighborhoods are trending right now 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 W train in Kips Bay

Kips Bay is a Manhattan neighborhood where renters look for buildings that fit both daily logistics and year-round comfort. On Openigloo, you can filter down to buildings with stronger heat performance signals, then compare building-level patterns through tenant-provided information. For Kips Bay specifically, the average building rating is 3.7/5 across 138 rated buildings. (building-level trends; individual units can differ)

Find buildings highly rated for heat near the W train in Kips Bay. This Openigloo page narrows to 27+ buildings using the best-heat signal, then pairs it with W train proximity so you can search where your commute fits. Openigloo helps you compare buildings using tenant-focused reviews and building data, so you can spot patterns before you tour. Use the building pages to read what renters reported about heat, then cross-check with photos, records-backed signals, and tenant Q&A where available.

Showing 19–27 of 27 buildings highly rated for heat near the W train in Kips Bay.

Rent-stabilized

159 East 30 Street

4.0(4)

Kips Bay

No evictions

1 open violation

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

137 East 29 Street

Kips Bay

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

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

234 East 24 Street

3.2(3)

Kips Bay

1 eviction

38 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

245 East 25 Street

3.5(3)

Kips Bay

1 eviction

2 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

362 3 Avenue

4.1(3)

Kips Bay

No evictions

2 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

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

Use the filters together: confirm the building matches the best-heat signal and is actually convenient to the W train stop you’ll use daily.
Before signing, ask how heat is handled in your exact unit (radiator/thermostat setup, overrides, and how quickly maintenance responds when heat is weak).
Review lease terms for utilities and boiler/heat responsibility: even with good heat signals, monthly cost can vary by building.
Check for any building-wide work schedules in winter; ask whether heat-related repairs are planned and how residents are affected.
If you’re sensitive to drafts or temperature swings, compare multiple tenant mentions and ask for a recent heating-season maintenance log.

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