Buildings highly rated for heat near the Q102 bus in Manhattan

It’s a filter that ranks eligible Manhattan buildings using heat-related signals from Openigloo’s renter-supplied data and open-data indicators. The goal is to surface buildings with stronger heat performance signals, not to guarantee how any single unit will behave.

It limits the results to buildings in Manhattan near the Q102 route, so you spend less time sorting through areas that are farther from your commute needs.

No. Heat performance can vary by unit layout, exposure, and how quickly maintenance is scheduled. Use the “best-heat” score as a starting point, then ask the building management about your specific unit and how issues are handled.

Ask about maintenance response for heat complaints, any common seasonal issues, thermostat or radiator/radiator-valve setup, and whether utilities are included. If there’s a history of problems, ask what changes were made to address them.

Yes. Confirm the full monthly cost structure, including any utility responsibilities, deposits, and any building or application fees. A unit can have strong heat signals but still cost more once all charges are included.

Openigloo combines tenant-reported experiences (via ratings and Q&A) with open-data signals relevant to building conditions. Availability and details can change, so confirm current practices with the building.

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.