What does “B-train” mean on this page?

It means the building results are filtered for proximity to the B train within South Harlem, so your commute questions start from a narrower set of buildings.

How does “recommended-by-renters” work on Openigloo?

It’s based on tenant input captured on Openigloo for the building. Use it as a starting signal, then confirm specifics like maintenance response and move-in logistics directly with the building or broker.

Are these 27+ buildings in South Harlem only?

Yes. The live count on this page reflects buildings within South Harlem that match the B-train + recommended-by-renters filters (27+).

Should I rely on renter recommendations when deciding on a lease?

Use them to frame your questions and viewing priorities. Tenant feedback can highlight patterns, but policies and unit conditions can vary, so confirm what matters to you in writing.

What should I confirm before applying or signing?

Confirm the full move-in cost and terms (deposit, utilities responsibility, any building fees), plus the practical details you’ll feel day to day: noise, package handling, elevator reliability, and how maintenance requests are handled.

Does renter recommendation guarantee the building’s current condition?

No. Recommendations are based on the experiences recorded on Openigloo, which may not reflect changes after those experiences. Ask management about current conditions and recent updates during your tour.

Which neighborhoods are trending in this 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 B train in South Harlem

South Harlem is a Manhattan neighborhood where renters often want predictable commuting and practical day-to-day building details. This page focuses on buildings near the B train and includes 27+ matching results. For building quality signals, South Harlem shows an average building rating of 3.2/5 across 87 rated buildings (building-level trends; individual units can differ)

This page covers buildings recommended by renters near the B train in South Harlem, with 27+ buildings currently matching the filters (B-train proximity + renter recommendations). Use Openigloo to narrow faster than scrolling by yourself: compare building signals, read what renters highlight, and check open-data where available. If you’re asking, “Is this building actually workable for my commute and needs?”, the tenant-focused feedback and details tied to each building can help you start the right questions with the landlord or broker.

Showing 19–27 of 27 buildings recommended by renters near the B train in South Harlem.

Rent-stabilized

159 W 118 St

4.4(3)

South Harlem

No evictions

8 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

271 West 119 Street

South Harlem

2053 Frederick Douglass Boulevard

4.3(3)

South Harlem

No evictions

No open violations

No litigation history

Bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

1949 7 Avenue

South Harlem

2128 8 Avenue

South Harlem

301 W 112 St

South Harlem

313 West 117 Street

4.5(3)

South Harlem

No evictions

No open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

98 Morningside Avenue

South Harlem

309 West 121 Street

South Harlem

What to check before choosing a building recommended by renters near the B train in South Harlem

Check the B-train fit for your exact schedule by confirming the walk time and nearest station entrance from the building location.
Look for recurring themes in renter recommendations (e.g., responsiveness, noise, package handling, elevator reliability) and use them to guide your viewing checklist.
Verify the full monthly cost before signing: asking rent plus any stated fees, and clarify deposit and utilities responsibilities directly with the building/agent.
Use the reviews and building details to confirm what you need in writing (lease start flexibility, renewals, and any move-in requirements).
If a building’s renter recommendations look inconsistent, cross-check the building’s most recent feedback and ask for current policies from management.

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Upper West Side

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All Upper West Side

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Lower East Side

71 buildings

Hell's Kitchen

56 buildings

East Village

50 buildings

More filters for buildings recommended by renters near the B train in South Harlem

Buildings with low open violation rates near the B train in South Harlem

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Buildings with high tenant retention near the B train in South Harlem

77 buildings

Buildings with low rent increases near the B train in South Harlem

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Buildings highly rated for water pressure near the B train in South Harlem

39 buildings

Buildings highly rated for cleanliness near the B train in South Harlem

36 buildings

Buildings highly rated for heat near the B train in South Harlem

35 buildings

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34 buildings

Buildings highly rated for pest control near the B train in South Harlem

33 buildings

Buildings highly rated for owner responsiveness near the B train in South Harlem

26 buildings

Buildings with low historical violations near the B train in South Harlem

23 buildings

Buildings that accept digital rent payments near the B train in South Harlem

20 buildings

Buildings with heat and hot water included near the B train in South Harlem

18 buildings

Other building filters

Buildings without bedbugs in South Harlem

1,564 buildings

Buildings without rodents in South Harlem

1,285 buildings

Buildings with low eviction rates in South Harlem

1,209 buildings

Buildings with low litigation rates in South Harlem

960 buildings

Buildings with low open violation rates in South Harlem

461 buildings

Buildings with low rent increases in South Harlem

86 buildings

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14 buildings

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