What does “low open violations” mean on Openigloo?

It’s based on open-data violation signals shown on the building page, then filtered to prioritize buildings with fewer open items. It’s a screening aid, not a guarantee about current conditions.

Does low open violations mean the building has no problems at all?

No. Open-data records can lag real-world changes, and some issues may not be captured the same way. Confirm the current status directly with the building staff and ask about recent repairs and documentation.

How does the M5 bus filter affect which buildings I’ll see?

It narrows the results to buildings near the M5 bus corridor in Midtown South. Use it to match commute preferences, then double-check the nearest stop distance and your route’s timing.

Are these buildings rent-stabilized or affordable housing?

This page is not tied to rent stabilization, income-restricted affordability programs, or housing vouchers. It’s focused on open-violation screening plus the M5 bus location constraint.

What should I ask before signing a lease if the violation signal is low?

Ask about the specific open items referenced in the signal (if any), when they were resolved, what repairs are scheduled next, and whether there have been recent compliance inspections. Request clear timelines and receipts where applicable.

Can I trust the open-data signals as a complete safety check?

Use them as one input. Even with low open-violation rates, you should still inspect the unit, confirm building maintenance standards, and ask for recent work history to fill gaps.

Which neighborhoods are trending 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 M5 bus in Midtown South

Midtown South is a dense Midtown Manhattan area where renters often prioritize commute reliability and building maintenance signals. This page narrows to buildings near the M5 bus and uses open-data signals to focus on lower open violation rates, with 12+ buildings in scope. Among Midtown South rated buildings, the average building rating is 4.0/5 (across 27 rated buildings). (building-level trends; individual units can differ)

This page covers 12+ buildings in Midtown South, filtered for low open violation rates and proximity to the M5 bus. If you want to focus your search on buildings with fewer open issues in open-data records, this is the place to start. Openigloo helps you compare buildings with renter-first signals: building pages aggregate ratings from rated buildings, document what’s available (including Open Data–based violation signals), and summarize tenant-relevant info so you can ask better questions before you sign.

Showing 1–12 of 12 buildings with low open violation rates near the M5 bus in Midtown South.

30 West 38 Street

Midtown South

No evictions

1 open violation

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

9 East 36 Street

Midtown South

61 West 37 Street

Midtown South

49 West 39 Street

Midtown South

No evictions

1 open violation

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

50 West 34 Street

Midtown South

70 West 37 Street

Midtown South

125 W 31 St

Midtown South

408 8 Avenue

Midtown South

425 Fifth Avenue

Midtown South

1 East 35 Street

Midtown South

372 5 Avenue

Midtown South

365 7 Avenue

Midtown South

What to check before choosing a building with low open violation rates near the M5 bus in Midtown South

Confirm the “low open violations” signal by asking the super/building manager for the most recent status and any completed work orders (records can lag real-world conditions).
Use the M5 bus location filter as a planning tool, then verify your exact commute time: walk distance to the nearest stop and transfer options vary block by block.
Check what’s included in the rent and what isn’t (utilities, storage, laundry access). “Lower-issue” buildings still require full budget math before applying.
If a building is also advertised as having available units, ask about move-in timing, lease start date flexibility, and any required documentation beyond a standard rental application.
Before paying any fees, verify the application process, deposit requirements, and whether anything is non-refundable. Get these in writing from management or the agent.

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