What does “heat + hot water included” mean on Openigloo?

It’s a utility-inclusion filter for buildings where heat and hot water are indicated as included. Because policies can vary by unit, you should confirm the exact wording in the lease and any exceptions (caps, scheduling, or shared systems) with the building.

Does “near the M12 bus” mean walking distance to every stop?

The page is scoped to the M12 bus corridor. Still, travel time and walking distance can differ block to block, so check the specific nearest stop(s) and your typical trip before signing.

Are there extra costs beyond heat and hot water when utilities are included?

Yes. Even when heat and hot water are included, your monthly cost can still include rent plus other charges (like electricity for in-unit usage, possible building fees, and any move-in costs). Always review the full lease terms.

How can I use tenant Q&A and reviews for utility problems?

Look for Q&A topics related to hot water pressure, heat consistency, boiler/radiator maintenance, and how quickly the building responds. Treat those as signals to ask follow-up questions, not as guarantees.

Is heat/hot water included guaranteed for every apartment in the building?

Not necessarily. Building-wide statements can differ by unit type or arrangement. Ask for the exact utility terms that apply to the specific apartment you’re considering.

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

Ask whether heat and hot water are included for that unit, who handles service calls, expected response times for failures, and whether there are any known recurring issues. Request confirmation of the utility language in writing.

Which neighborhoods are trending right now in Manhattan?

East Village with 11,857+ buildings; Yorkville with 9,328+ buildings; Lenox Hill with 8,357+ buildings; Hell's Kitchen with 6,943+ buildings; Kips Bay with 4,472+ buildings.

Buildings with heat and hot water included near the M12 bus in Manhattan

This page shows 126+ Manhattan buildings with heat and hot water included, focused on the M12 bus corridor (the heat/hot-water-included filter plus M12 bus access). If utilities drive your monthly budget, this is a practical place to start your buildings search. Openigloo helps you compare buildings using what current renters share (reviews and tenant Q&A) plus open-data signals where available, so you can ask better questions before applying or signing. Use the filters to narrow, then verify the exact terms with the building in writing.

Showing 91–108 of 126 buildings with heat and hot water included near the M12 bus in Manhattan.

Rent-stabilized

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135 Charles St

3.7(6)

West Village

Buildings with heat and hot water included near the M12 bus in Manhattan

Buildings with heat and hot water included near the M12 bus in Manhattan

135 Charles St

301 West 22 Street

418 West 23 Street

456 West 47 Street

312 West 21 Street

449 West 48 Street

343 West 51 Street

224 West 21 Street

328 West 19 Street

211 West 53 Street

10 West 65 Street

107 West 68 Street

330 West 55 Street

218 West 16 Street

240 West 15 Street

274 West 19 Street

653 9 Avenue

434 West 52 Street

Buildings with heat and hot water included near the M12 bus in trending Manhattan neighborhoods

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