What does “low open violations” mean on Openigloo?

It’s a data-based filter that focuses on buildings with comparatively lower rates of currently open violations in the open records Openigloo uses. It doesn’t describe the condition of every unit, only the building-level signal in the dataset.

How does the “near the M86-SBS bus” part work?

It limits results to buildings in the Manhattan area tied to the M86-SBS corridor scope, so you can prioritize walkable access to that transit line while still comparing building options.

Are open-violation filters a guarantee there are no issues?

No. Records can lag real-world changes, and not all problems show up the same way in open data. Even with a low-violation signal, confirm the current status with the building directly.

Where do the violation signals come from?

Openigloo uses NYC open records to build building-level indicators for this filter. Those records reflect what’s in the dataset at the time of the snapshot.

What should I ask the super or management before moving in?

Ask for the latest remediation status for any relevant areas, who tracks follow-up, and whether there are ongoing enforcement items. If you toured, point to any specific concerns and ask how they’re handled.

Do low-violation buildings always have better living conditions?

They often correlate with fewer ongoing issues at the building level, but living conditions can still vary by unit, layout, and recent maintenance. Use the filter as a starting point, then validate with questions and walkthrough observations.

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.

4 open violations

2 litigation cases

No bedbug history

269 West 90 Street

4.9(1)

Upper West Side

No evictions

2 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

427 East 80 Street

Yorkville

8 West 90 Street

5.0(1)

Upper West Side

No evictions

1 open violation

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

205 West 91 Street

4.9(1)

Upper West Side

No evictions

1 open violation

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

317 West 98 Street

Upper West Side

What to check before choosing a building with low open violation rates near the M86-SBS bus in Manhattan

Start by checking the building’s open-violation status from the filter, then verify current conditions by asking management for the most recent documentation.
Use the M86-SBS bus scope to narrow your commute area, but still confirm the exact address is within your preferred walking time.
Before you sign, ask how they handle repairs and remediation timelines when violations are reported or closed.
Compare how management responds in tenant Q&A and reviews, since open-record timing may not match what you’ll experience day-to-day.
If you’re price-comparing, confirm the full monthly cost (move-in fees, deposit, utilities) because asking rent and incentives can differ by building.

Buildings with low open violation rates near the M86-SBS bus in trending Manhattan neighborhoods

Upper West Side

783 buildings

Yorkville

498 buildings

Carnegie Hill

59 buildings

Lenox Hill

59 buildings

Upper East Side

39 buildings

All Upper West Side

11 buildings

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Buildings with low rent increases near the M86-SBS bus in Manhattan

672 buildings

Buildings with high tenant retention near the M86-SBS bus in Manhattan

542 buildings

Buildings highly rated for water pressure near the M86-SBS bus in Manhattan

342 buildings

Buildings highly rated for trash management near the M86-SBS bus in Manhattan

336 buildings

Buildings recommended by renters near the M86-SBS bus in Manhattan

333 buildings

Buildings highly rated for heat near the M86-SBS bus in Manhattan

318 buildings

Buildings highly rated for cleanliness near the M86-SBS bus in Manhattan

315 buildings

Buildings with low historical violations near the M86-SBS bus in Manhattan

313 buildings

Buildings highly rated for pest control near the M86-SBS bus in Manhattan

296 buildings

Buildings highly rated for owner responsiveness near the M86-SBS bus in Manhattan

291 buildings

Buildings with heat and hot water included near the M86-SBS bus in Manhattan

165 buildings

Buildings that accept digital rent payments near the M86-SBS bus in Manhattan

143 buildings

Other building filters

Buildings without bedbugs in Manhattan

25,786 buildings

Buildings without rodents in Manhattan

23,066 buildings

Buildings with low eviction rates in Manhattan

19,650 buildings

Buildings with low litigation rates in Manhattan

19,118 buildings

Buildings with low rent increases in Manhattan

3,853 buildings

Buildings with high tenant retention in Manhattan

3,555 buildings

Buildings with low open violation rates near the M86-SBS bus in other NYC boroughs

Queens

14 buildings

Buildings with low open violation rates near the M86-SBS bus in Manhattan