What does “recommended by renters” mean on Openigloo?

It means renters have provided feedback on buildings in this scope, and Openigloo surfaces the buildings they consistently flagged as worth a look based on those signals and tenant perspective.

How does the SIM15 bus filter work for this page?

This page limits results to buildings in Manhattan that fall within the SIM15 bus service area/corridor used by Openigloo. Still, the best way to confirm is to check the exact nearby stop and how it fits your commute.

How many buildings match these filters right now?

There are 45+ buildings in Manhattan that meet the combined filters: recommended-by-renters and SIM15-bus recommended proximity.

What should I verify before scheduling a tour?

Confirm your route from the closest bus stop to your workplace, then verify unit availability, move-in date, lease start requirements, and any costs beyond the monthly rent (deposit and fees).

Will renter feedback predict how my specific unit will feel?

It can help, but it’s not a guarantee. Building conditions can vary by floor, exposure, and unit layout, so ask targeted questions (noise, response times, repairs) for the specific unit you’re considering.

Do I need to worry about fees or extra costs when applying?

Yes. Even when a building is recommended by renters, you should still confirm the full move-in picture—deposit, any required fees, and whether utilities are included or billed separately.

Which neighborhoods are trending in this Manhattan scope?

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.

Buildings recommended by renters near the SIM15 bus in Manhattan

These are buildings in Manhattan that match two filters: recommended-by-renters and the SIM15 bus corridor. You’re looking at 45+ buildings that renters have flagged as worth checking out. Openigloo pulls together renter feedback plus open-data signals so you can compare buildings with more context than a photos-only search. Use the building pages to review review highlights, look at key facts, and read tenant Q&A before you reach out or sign a lease.

Showing 37–45 of 45 buildings recommended by renters near the SIM15 bus in Manhattan.

280 Rector Place

4.9(4)

Battery Park City

No evictions

No open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

84 William Street

4.7(5)

Financial District

2 evictions

No open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

10 Hanover Street

4.0(4)

Financial District

1 eviction

No open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

33 Beekman Street

4.1(4)

Chinatown

No evictions

No open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

128 Water Street

Financial District

56 Pine Street

Financial District

50 Battery Place

4.0(4)

Battery Park City

2 evictions

1 open violation

No litigation history

Bedbug history

123 William Street

3.6(3)

Fulton/Seaport

No evictions

No open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

10 Liberty Street

4.6(4)

Financial District

1 eviction

No open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

What to check before choosing a building recommended by renters near the SIM15 bus in Manhattan

Shortlist buildings that are both SIM15-bus accessible and recommended by renters, then compare them side by side on Openigloo.
Confirm commuting reality: check the exact stop/street alignment for your daily route, not just “near the bus.”
Read the renter feedback patterns (noise, management responsiveness, maintenance timing) and cross-check with what’s stated for the unit.
Before applying, verify move-in costs (deposit, fees, any broker-related charges) and ask about timing for approval and keys.
If the unit is currently advertised, confirm lease terms, available dates, and whether utilities/internet are included or separate.

Buildings recommended by renters near the SIM15 bus in trending Manhattan neighborhoods

Financial District

22 buildings

Fulton/Seaport

13 buildings

Battery Park City

9 buildings

More filters for buildings recommended by renters near the SIM15 bus in Manhattan

Buildings with low open violation rates near the SIM15 bus in Manhattan

51 buildings

Buildings highly rated for cleanliness near the SIM15 bus in Manhattan

39 buildings

Buildings highly rated for trash management near the SIM15 bus in Manhattan

38 buildings

Buildings with low rent increases near the SIM15 bus in Manhattan

37 buildings

Buildings highly rated for pest control near the SIM15 bus in Manhattan

36 buildings

Buildings with high tenant retention near the SIM15 bus in Manhattan

35 buildings

Buildings that accept digital rent payments near the SIM15 bus in Manhattan

34 buildings

Buildings highly rated for water pressure near the SIM15 bus in Manhattan

34 buildings

Buildings highly rated for owner responsiveness near the SIM15 bus in Manhattan

33 buildings

Buildings highly rated for heat near the SIM15 bus in Manhattan

32 buildings

Buildings with heat and hot water included near the SIM15 bus in Manhattan

28 buildings

Buildings with low historical violations near the SIM15 bus in Manhattan

26 buildings

Other building filters

Buildings without bedbugs in Manhattan

25,786 buildings

Buildings without rodents in Manhattan

23,066 buildings

Buildings with low eviction rates in Manhattan

19,650 buildings

Buildings with low litigation rates in Manhattan

19,118 buildings

Buildings with low open violation rates in Manhattan

9,644 buildings

Buildings with low rent increases in Manhattan

3,853 buildings

Buildings recommended by renters near the SIM15 bus in Manhattan