What does the “best-trash-management” filter mean on Openigloo?

It groups buildings in Midtown South that perform well on trash-management signals Openigloo tracks, based on what’s available in building data and renter-relevant reports. Use it to shortlist, then verify the exact process with the building.

How many buildings in Midtown South match this trash-management filter?

There are 14+ buildings in Midtown South on this page that currently match the “best-trash-management” filter.

How should I verify trash-management quality before signing?

Ask for the collection schedule and backup plan for overflow, confirm where bins/trash are stored between pickups, and clarify chute/service rules (if applicable). If you can, visit at peak times or ask current residents about odors and cleanup.

Does a high trash-management signal guarantee there won’t be issues?

No. Trash handling can vary day to day depending on volume and tenant behavior. Treat the filter as a starting point, and get concrete answers from management about enforcement and escalation when problems happen.

Where does the rating on this page come from?

The neighborhood-level figure reflects an average building rating of 4.0/5 across 27 rated buildings. Individual buildings can be higher or lower, so compare the specific building’s page details too.

Are there any fees or lease terms I should watch related to shared areas?

Even with a strong trash-management filter, confirm any building policies that affect move-in logistics and shared spaces. Also request the full monthly cost breakdown and any one-time fees so you’re comparing apples to apples across buildings.

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 highly rated for trash management in Midtown South

Midtown South is a dense, high-traffic area where building operations matter, especially in shared-service spaces like trash rooms and chutes. On Openigloo, you can filter buildings in the neighborhood to focus on trash-management performance alongside building-level details. In Midtown South, the average building rating is 4.0/5 (across 27 rated buildings). (building-level trends; individual units can differ)

These buildings are filtered for strong trash-management performance in Midtown South, Manhattan. You’re viewing 14+ buildings that match the “best-trash-management” filter right now. Openigloo helps you compare building quality with renter-first data: we surface ratings from rated buildings, show what tenants report, and link out to building details so you can ask the right questions before you sign. Use the filter to narrow options, then confirm specifics directly with management or the doorman.

Showing 1–14 of 14 buildings highly rated for trash management in Midtown South.

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

50 West 34 Street

Midtown South

66 West 38 Street

4.6(18)

Midtown South

3 evictions

1 open violation

No litigation history

Bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

42 West 33 Street

4.1(12)

Midtown South

2 evictions

2 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Top rated

Rent-stabilized

885 Avenue Of The Americas

4.6(10)

Midtown South

11 evictions

No open violations

No litigation history

Bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

35-39 W 33 St

Midtown South

309 5 Ave

Midtown South

3 East 39 Street

4.6(7)

Midtown South

1 eviction

7 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

160 Madison Avenue

4.7(7)

Midtown South

3 evictions

2 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

15 East 36 Street

4.0(6)

Midtown South

2 evictions

1 open violation

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Good cause

1269 Broadway

4.3(5)

Midtown South

No evictions

No open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

3 West 36 Street

4.8(4)

Midtown South

4 evictions

4 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

100 West 31 Street

Midtown South

425 Fifth Avenue

Midtown South

9 West 32 Street

Midtown South

What to check before for buildings highly rated for trash management in Midtown South

Confirm what “trash management” means for the specific building (collection schedule, chute/service rules, bin storage, and how overflow is handled).
Check the building’s trash room/basement setup during a visit or via video: odors, access control, and whether tenants can dispose safely without blocking corridors.
Ask who enforces cleanup after pickup and how problems are logged (maintenance tickets, super response time, or a tenant hotline).
If the building has package rooms or shared logistics, verify whether trash areas are separate and whether delivery/cleanup times overlap.
Use your own total-move-in budget: request the latest monthly costs and any one-time fees, then compare them across the 14+ eligible buildings.

Nearby neighborhoods in Manhattan

East Village

251 buildings

Yorkville

156 buildings

Upper West Side

146 buildings

Lenox Hill

123 buildings

All Upper West Side

112 buildings

Lower East Side

101 buildings

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