What does “best-heat” mean on this Openigloo buildings page?

It’s a building-level filter based on Openigloo signals for heat performance. Use it to shortlist candidates, then confirm the specifics for the exact unit with the building or leasing office.

What does “near-transit” cover?

It’s a location-based filter that targets Manhattan buildings with convenient access to public transit. Still, verify your commute during typical hours because travel time can change with line schedules and station transfers.

Are these ratings based on apartment-specific experiences?

The filter and building signals are building-level. Your actual heat and comfort can vary by unit layout, exposure, and how the building operates, so it’s important to confirm details directly.

What should I ask about heat before signing a lease?

Ask about thermostat control, maintenance response when heat is inadequate, typical resolution timelines, and whether heat complaints are handled consistently across similar units.

Does “near-transit” guarantee quieter or smoother commuting?

No. Proximity helps with access, but noise, street conditions, and rush-hour crowding can still vary. Use the building’s location as a starting point and check commute conditions for your routes.

How does Openigloo help me compare buildings beyond the filters?

Openigloo brings together building ratings/summaries, open-data signals, and renter Q&A. Use these to narrow the list, then validate terms, costs, and heat expectations during your tour process.

Which neighborhoods are trending in this Manhattan 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 transit in Manhattan

Find buildings highly rated for heat near transit in Manhattan. This Openigloo view covers 2,116+ buildings and combines two filters: “best-heat” (strong heat performance signals) and “near-transit” (easier access to subway lines and commutes). Use Openigloo to narrow the search before you tour: see building-level ratings, open-data signals, and renter Q&A. Then confirm the details that matter in your lease, since heat conditions and transportation convenience can vary by unit, exposure, and building operations.

Showing 2,107–2,116 of 2,116 buildings highly rated for heat near transit in Manhattan.

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

216 East 29 Street

4.4(3)

Kips Bay

No evictions

6 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

561 West 163 Street

Washington Heights

411 West 24 Street

3.5(3)

West Chelsea

1 eviction

1 open violation

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

621 West 144 Street

Hamilton Heights

260 Avenue Of The Americas

3.9(3)

Greenwich Village

1 eviction

No open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

206 West 148 Street

Central Harlem

657 West 161 Street

Washington Heights

839 West End Avenue

Upper West Side

309 East 95 Street

Yorkville

20 Loisaida Avenue

3.8(3)

East Village

No evictions

No open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

What to check before choosing a building highly rated for heat near transit in Manhattan

Filter by “best-heat” and “near-transit” to shortlist buildings with heat performance signals and transit-friendly locations in Manhattan.
Before you apply, ask how heat is regulated in the specific unit (thermostat access, maintenance response time, and whether heat issues are resolved quickly).
Check the exact distance to your lines of choice during off-peak and peak times, not just map estimates.
During showings, verify radiators/heat sources, window sealing, and whether tenants report consistent warmth in similar units.
Review lease details and fees (security deposit, any utility handling, and building move-in rules) since the total monthly cost can differ by building.
If a building reports recurring heat complaints, use Openigloo’s renter Q&A to understand patterns and request documentation from management.

Buildings highly rated for heat near transit in trending Manhattan neighborhoods

East Village

258 buildings

Yorkville

161 buildings

Upper West Side

121 buildings

Lenox Hill

114 buildings

All Upper West Side

113 buildings

Hell's Kitchen

93 buildings

Lower East Side

85 buildings

Other neighborhoods

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