What does “best-heat” mean on Openigloo?

It’s a building-level filter based on heat-related performance signals available on Openigloo. Still, the unit you’re renting can vary, so confirm the heating system details directly with the building.

How does the “e-train” filter affect results in Midtown?

It narrows buildings to those located near the E subway line in Midtown. Use the building page to sanity-check the commute for your exact address and time of day.

Do highly rated heat buildings guarantee my specific apartment will be warm?

No. Heat conditions can differ by unit layout, floor, exposure, and maintenance issues. Use Openigloo details plus tenant Q&A and ask the building how heating is maintained during the coldest periods.

What should I ask before applying for an apartment for rent?

Ask about the heating system type, how maintenance responds to heat complaints, thermostat control, and whether there are any known recurring issues for that building.

Are utilities and heating costs always included?

Not necessarily. Check the specific unit’s lease terms and cost breakdown on the listing details, since tenants may still pay certain utility expenses beyond rent.

Is Openigloo’s heat information based on current conditions?

Openigloo signals come from available data and tenant-relevant inputs on the platform, but conditions can change. Treat the filter as a starting point and verify with the building directly.

Which neighborhoods are trending right now in this Midtown 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 heat near the E train in Midtown

Midtown is a dense rental area in Manhattan where commuting convenience matters for many renters. On Openigloo, you can filter buildings by what you care about most and compare building-level signals alongside live availability. For Midtown, rated buildings have an average building rating of 3.8/5 across 43 rated buildings (building-level trends; individual units can differ). (building-level trends; individual units can differ)

This page covers buildings highly rated for heat near the E train in Midtown, with 24+ eligible buildings currently on Openigloo. The filters combine “best-heat” (heat performance signals) with “e-train” (location near the E line), so you can narrow quickly to options that match your priorities. Openigloo helps you compare buildings using live inventory plus heat-focused quality signals and tenant-relevant context from reviews and Q&A. Before you sign a lease, use the building pages to confirm the specific heating setup, how issues are handled, and what to expect during colder months.

Showing 19–24 of 24 buildings highly rated for heat near the E train in Midtown.

932 8 Avenue

3.5(3)

Midtown

No evictions

1 open violation

No litigation history

No bedbug history

117 East 57 Street

Midtown

134 West 58 Street

Midtown

77 West 55 Street

4.5(3)

Midtown

No evictions

24 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

854 8 Ave

3.6(3)

Midtown

2 evictions

7 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

140 West 55 Street

Midtown

What to check before choosing a building highly rated for heat near the E train in Midtown

Use the “best-heat” signal to focus your search on buildings with stronger heat performance indications, then verify details on the building page.
Confirm the unit’s heat arrangement (radiators vs. HVAC where applicable), thermostat controls, and any documented history of heat-related complaints.
Because this page is near the E train, double-check actual walking time and noise exposure for the specific street and apartment orientation.
Review the lease terms tied to utilities and heating responsibilities (some buildings require tenants to cover certain costs).
Check availability status on each building page so you don’t waste time with options that aren’t currently advertising apartments for rent.

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