What does “R train” mean on this page?

It’s a geography filter for Manhattan buildings near the R train corridor, so your search results are focused on that commute area.

What does “recommended by renters” mean?

It indicates renter signals tied to buildings in Openigloo’s data. You can review the building’s page for the underlying renter feedback and building-level information.

How many buildings match these filters in Manhattan?

There are 759+ Manhattan buildings matching the R-train + recommended-by-renters filters right now.

How should I use this page before contacting a landlord?

Use it to build a shortlist, then compare the same basics across options: lease term, fees, move-in timeline, and what’s included. Renters’ experiences are a starting point, not a guarantee of current policies.

Do renter recommendations account for current pricing and availability?

They can help you prioritize, but pricing and availability change. Always verify the current asking rent, incentives (if any), and the exact unit availability with the building.

What if I’m sensitive to commute time changes or transfer options?

Even within an “R-train nearby” area, walk time and transfers vary by block. Check the building’s exact location and confirm the route you’d take during your typical travel times.

Are Openigloo signals the same as what the building will enforce?

Openigloo compiles renter and building-level signals to help you evaluate, but rules and conditions can change. Confirm specifics directly with management, especially for anything that affects your move (fees, utilities, access, and lease terms).

Buildings recommended by renters near the R train in Manhattan

This page covers Manhattan buildings recommended by renters near the R train—759+ buildings right now. Use it to focus your search on where renters have actually had experiences, with results filtered to the R-train corridor. Openigloo helps you narrow faster by pairing renter recommendations with review signals and building-level details you can verify. You can also use open-data flags and tenant questions to sanity-check what you see online before signing a lease and moving in.

Buildings recommended by renters near the R train in Manhattan

Buildings recommended by renters near the R train in Manhattan

96 5 Avenue

11 Waverly Place

290 3 Avenue

306 West 48 Street

53 Park Place

400 W 55 St

226 East 25 Street

41 Park Avenue

121 Reade Street

85 John Street

135 William Street

239 Park Avenue South

245 East 11 Street

320W West 38 Street

43 3 Avenue

55 East 10 Street

144 East 14 Street

330 West 39 Street

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