What does “recommended by renters” mean on Openigloo?

It means Openigloo ranking uses renter feedback and engagement signals tied to each building, so the results reflect what tenants and residents reported rather than only marketing details.

How does the “SIM31 bus” filter work for Manhattan buildings?

It focuses results on buildings around the SIM31 route in Manhattan, so you can prioritize commute access and walkability to that transit line.

How many buildings match these filters right now?

There are 172+ buildings in the Manhattan scope that match the recommended-by-renters + SIM31 bus criteria on Openigloo.

Do renter recommendations guarantee how the apartment will be or how management will respond?

No. Recommendations reflect past experience with the building overall, but unit conditions and current policies can vary. Always confirm the specific unit details and any policy changes with the leasing office.

What should I confirm before signing a lease?

Confirm the rent, total monthly cost (including deposits and any required fees), lease start timing, renewal terms, and any building rules that apply to your situation (pets, guarantors, access, or other restrictions).

Are fees and deposits included in the “recommended” score?

Openigloo recommendations are based on renter signals and building context, not a complete cost breakdown. You still need to request an itemized move-in and monthly cost list from management.

Which neighborhoods are trending in this Manhattan scope?

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

Buildings recommended by renters near the SIM31 bus in Manhattan

Browse 172+ buildings in Manhattan recommended by renters near the SIM31 bus. This filter pair combines renter feedback with location around the SIM31 route so you can narrow to buildings people have actually lived with. Openigloo helps you compare options using building reviews, open-data signals, and renter-to-renter context. You can check what tenants mention most, confirm details with the leasing office, and use the same criteria across multiple buildings before you sign a lease.

Showing 163–172 of 172 buildings recommended by renters near the SIM31 bus in Manhattan.

167 Avenue B

4.0(3)

East Village

No evictions

1 open violation

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Good cause

609 East 11 Street

East Village

362 3 Avenue

4.1(3)

Kips Bay

No evictions

2 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

531 East 11 Street

3.9(3)

East Village

No evictions

1 open violation

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

234 East 7 Street

4.5(3)

East Village

No evictions

1 open violation

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Good cause

326 East 4 Street

3.1(3)

East Village

No evictions

3 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Good cause

621 East 11 Street

3.6(3)

East Village

No evictions

No open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

307 East 22 Street

Gramercy Park

38 Rutgers Street

2.5(3)

Two Bridges

1 eviction

No open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

232 East 26 Street

3.6(3)

Kips Bay

No evictions

11 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

What to check before choosing a building recommended by renters near the SIM31 bus in Manhattan

Use the SIM31 bus proximity to focus your commute, then cross-check each building’s current availability on Openigloo.
Read the renter-focused notes and look for recurring issues (or recurring strengths) before touring.
Confirm the full monthly cost (rent plus any required fees), and ask about deposits, utilities, and move-in charges.
If a building notes restrictions (income, guarantors, pets, or lease terms), verify them in writing before you apply.
When you find a short list, ask for the most recent lease start dates and any known building-wide updates directly with management.

Buildings recommended by renters near the SIM31 bus in trending Manhattan neighborhoods

East Village

56 buildings

Kips Bay

34 buildings

Stuyvesant Town/PCV

29 buildings

Gramercy Park

27 buildings

Two Bridges

11 buildings

More filters for buildings recommended by renters near the SIM31 bus in Manhattan

Buildings with low open violation rates near the SIM31 bus in Manhattan

534 buildings

Buildings with low rent increases near the SIM31 bus in Manhattan

264 buildings

Buildings with high tenant retention near the SIM31 bus in Manhattan

227 buildings

Buildings highly rated for water pressure near the SIM31 bus in Manhattan

154 buildings

Buildings highly rated for trash management near the SIM31 bus in Manhattan

146 buildings

Buildings highly rated for heat near the SIM31 bus in Manhattan

140 buildings

Buildings highly rated for cleanliness near the SIM31 bus in Manhattan

139 buildings

Buildings highly rated for pest control near the SIM31 bus in Manhattan

138 buildings

Buildings highly rated for owner responsiveness near the SIM31 bus in Manhattan

129 buildings

Buildings that accept digital rent payments near the SIM31 bus in Manhattan

103 buildings

Buildings with heat and hot water included near the SIM31 bus in Manhattan

101 buildings

Buildings with low historical violations near the SIM31 bus in Manhattan

81 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 SIM31 bus in other NYC boroughs

Brooklyn

38 buildings

Buildings recommended by renters near the SIM31 bus in Manhattan