What does “low open violations” mean on this Lower East Side J-train page?

It’s a multi-filter signal based on the building’s open violation status in public records. The goal is to help you start with buildings that show fewer open items, then verify details directly with management.

Does “low open violations” guarantee there will be no problems in my unit?

No. It’s not a guarantee. Open-records can lag real-world conditions, and buildings can have issues that aren’t reflected the same way. Always ask the building what’s been addressed and request specifics before you commit.

How should I use the J-train + Lower East Side filters when comparing buildings?

Treat them as location and risk filters: check walk time to your preferred J-train stop, then compare building-level info and tenant experiences side by side. If you’re commuting to a specific station, confirm the route on your tour day.

What should I ask during a tour for buildings flagged by low open violations?

Ask what systems are serviced regularly (e.g., heat, hot water, elevators, common-area maintenance), whether any recent work orders are active, and who to contact for repairs. Also ask if there are any ongoing disputes or pending work that management expects to complete.

How reliable are the open-violation data signals compared with what I’ll see in person?

They’re helpful for screening, but not fully determinative. NYC open records can be delayed, and they don’t capture everything tenants experience. Use them as one input, then rely on tours, tenant Q&A, and direct answers from the building.

Are these buildings chosen from a specific type of housing or regulatory category?

This page is driven by the location (Lower East Side + near the J train) and the “low-open-violations” filter. It doesn’t automatically mean a particular regulatory program or housing type.

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; Kips Bay with 4,472+ buildings.

Buildings with low open violation rates near the J train in Lower East Side

Lower East Side buildings are often chosen for walkability and convenient subway access, and this Openigloo page focuses on options near the J train with low open violation rates. You can use the live building count to build a shortlist, then compare building-level signals and tenant experiences. In Lower East Side, rated buildings average 3.4/5 (across 179 rated buildings). (building-level trends; individual units can differ)

Find buildings with low open violation rates near the J train in Manhattan’s Lower East Side. Openigloo shows 279+ buildings in this multi-filter area so you can compare options with a similar risk signal. Use Openigloo to narrow fast, then verify directly with the building. You’ll be able to review building-level ratings and read tenant feedback, while the “low-open-violations” filter helps flag properties that look better in public records (not a substitute for asking the landlord about current conditions).

Showing 19–36 of 279 buildings with low open violation rates near the J train in Lower East Side.

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180 Eldridge Street

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Buildings with low open violation rates near the J train in Lower East Side

Buildings with low open violation rates near the J train in Lower East Side

180 Eldridge Street

62 Orchard Street

65 Rivington Street

56 Ludlow Street

241 Bowery

127 Pitt Street

124 Rear Ridge Street

163 Bowery

55 Stanton Street

455 Fdr Dr

347 Grand Street

87 Ludlow Street

85 Eldridge Street

143 Essex Street

172 Forsyth Street

68 Forsyth Street

179 Rivington Street

91 Orchard Street

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