Buildings with doormen near the R train in Manhattan

It refers to buildings that have a doorman service. Policies vary by building, so check staffed hours, visitor access, and how packages are handled on the specific building page.

“Near” is based on building location relative to the R train corridor. Walking routes and station entrances differ, so compare commute time for the exact building and confirm the closest station entrance during a test walk.

This page is scoped to eligible buildings for the filter pair (R-train area + doorman). Individual units and availability can change, so check each building’s apartments for what is currently advertised.

Beyond monthly rent, confirm deposits and any move-in charges, plus ongoing costs that may apply in doorman buildings (for example, parking, storage, or amenity-related fees) and what utilities the lease includes.

Often it helps with deliveries, but rules still vary. Confirm guest/visitor procedures, package-room policies, and any restrictions for after-hours access with the building directly.

Openigloo helps you compare signals across building pages, but staffing and policies can shift. Use reviews and notes as context, then ask the building for current written rules before committing.

East Village with 11,857+ buildings; Yorkville with 9,328+ buildings; Lenox Hill with 8,357+ buildings; Hell's Kitchen with 6,943+ buildings; Kips Bay with 4,472+ buildings.