Top rated buildings near transit in Manhattan
This page covers top rated buildings near transit in Manhattan, with 112+ buildings currently matching the scope. It’s meant for renters who want an easier commute without giving up building quality signals. Openigloo helps you narrow down buildings faster by pairing live availability with ratings from rated buildings, building-level details, and open-data signals. You can also compare the kinds of issues that matter day-to-day by reading and asking questions for other renters.
Top rated buildings near transit in Manhattan
Showing 19–36 of 112 top rated buildings near transit in Manhattan.

888 Main Street
Roosevelt Island

211 West 56 Street
Midtown

60 West 23 Street
Flatiron

99 John Street
Fulton/Seaport

300 E 39Th St
Murray Hill

105 Duane Street
Tribeca

88 East 4 Street
East Village

610 West 42 Street
Hell's Kitchen
653 East 14 Street
Stuyvesant Town/PCV

19 Dutch Street
Fulton/Seaport

247 East 28 Street
Kips Bay

226 E 70 St
Lenox Hill

155 West 68 Street
All Upper West Side

601 West 57 Street
Hell's Kitchen

235 West 56 Street
Midtown

242 West 53 Street
Midtown
630 1 Avenue
Murray Hill
1 Irving Place
Gramercy Park
What to check before choosing a top rated building near transit in Manhattan
- Confirm what “near transit” means for your commute: check the closest station(s), walking time, and lines you actually use.
- Use the “top rated” filter as a quality screen, then verify the unit fit: layout, light, noise exposure, and any move-in constraints.
- Before signing, confirm the full move-in cost (security deposit, any broker-related fees, and utility responsibilities if listed) and the lease start date.
- Check building rules that can affect your daily routine: laundry setup, package handling, and any access or guest policies shared in the building details.
- If pets are important, verify pet policy details at the building level, since fees and limits can vary even within the same quality tier.