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 91–108 of 172 buildings recommended by renters near the SIM31 bus in Manhattan.

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215 Madison Avenue

4.3(5)

Murray Hill

Buildings recommended by renters near the SIM31 bus in Manhattan

Buildings recommended by renters near the SIM31 bus in Manhattan

215 Madison Avenue

631 East 11 Street

43 Loisaida Avenue

234 East 25 Street

45 Orchard Street

185 Avenue B

521 East 12 Street

361 East 10 Street

283 E 7 St

424 East 10 Street

228 East 22 Street

229 East 21 Street

254 Park Avenue South

35 East 35 Street

165 Avenue B

540 East 20 Street

440 East 20 Street

390 1 Avenue

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

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