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

It’s a building filter based on heat-related signals in Openigloo’s building data. Use it to shortlist buildings, then confirm heating performance for the exact unit with management before signing.

How does the M55 bus filter work here?

The page is limited to buildings in Midtown South that match the M55 bus proximity requirement, so you’re focusing your search on that transit corridor rather than the whole neighborhood.

Are these 13+ buildings guaranteed to have perfect heat in every unit?

No. Even within the same building, heating can differ by exposure, floor level, and unit configuration. Treat the filter as a shortlist, then verify your unit’s system details and past issue-handling with the building.

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

Ask about radiator/boiler condition, typical thermostat control, average winter performance, how heat complaints are logged, and the expected timeline for repairs if heat is inadequate.

Will I pay anything besides rent if I move into one of these buildings?

Often yes. Review the full monthly cost details in the listing and any building requirements (utilities, deposits, and any other recurring charges), since the asking rent alone doesn’t reflect your total payment.

Where do the heat signals and ratings come from?

Openigloo combines building-level signals with renter-provided context for rated buildings in this scope. Use both, but still confirm key details directly with the building.

Which Midtown neighborhoods are trending right now?

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

Buildings highly rated for heat near the M55 bus in Midtown South

Midtown South is a dense, transit-focused part of Manhattan where many renters prioritize commuting convenience. This page narrows to buildings in the Midtown South area and applies a best-heat + M55-bus filter for a more targeted search. For Midtown South, rated buildings average 4.0/5 (across 27 rated buildings). (building-level trends; individual units can differ)

This page helps you find buildings highly rated for heat near the M55 bus in Midtown South. Right now, there are 13+ eligible buildings that match the best-heat + M55-bus multi-filter pair. Openigloo brings together building-level signals and renter input so you can narrow faster. Use the “heat” criteria and the nearby M55 bus location filter, then confirm details with building staff before you sign a lease—especially where heating performance can vary by unit or season.

Showing 1–13 of 13 buildings highly rated for heat near the M55 bus in Midtown South.

Rent-stabilized

125 W 31 St

4.1(20)

Midtown South

13 evictions

2 open violations

No litigation history

Bedbug history

Top rated

Rent-stabilized

66 West 38 Street

4.6(18)

Midtown South

3 evictions

1 open violation

No litigation history

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

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

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

1050 6 Ave

4.2(3)

Midtown South

No evictions

8 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

425 Fifth Avenue

Midtown South

1015 6 Avenue

4.2(3)

Midtown South

No evictions

No open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

143 West 30 Street

4.2(3)

Midtown South

No evictions

13 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

9 West 32 Street

Midtown South

What to check before for buildings highly rated for heat near the M55 bus in Midtown South

Expect buildings surfaced by the best-heat filter and placed within the M55 bus area—still verify your specific unit’s heating setup (radiators, vents, thermostats, and how the landlord handles issues).
Check the lease for heat-related terms (service/maintenance responsibilities) and ask how heat complaints are recorded and resolved during winter months.
Confirm utility responsibility and monthly cost structure before moving in (ask what you’ll pay beyond rent, including any required deposits or recurring charges).
Use Openigloo to compare heat-related feedback across rated buildings, then cross-check the most relevant concerns with the current super or management office.
If a building has fewer advertised options at the moment, broaden by adjusting filters carefully and re-check heat-relevant notes per building. (Your eligible set is based on the current Openigloo scope.)

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