What does “best-cleanliness” mean on Openigloo for South Harlem buildings?

It’s a cleanliness-focused filter that prioritizes buildings where renters reported cleaner, better-maintained conditions. Use it as a starting point, then verify current practices with the building.

How many South Harlem buildings match this filter right now?

There are 44+ South Harlem buildings in the Openigloo scope for “best-cleanliness.”

Are these cleanliness ratings based on apartment conditions or common areas?

They come from renter-reported cleanliness observations tied to the building experience, which can include common areas and overall upkeep. Always read the specific notes and ask questions about the areas you care about most.

What should I confirm before signing a lease for a “cleanliness-rated” building?

Confirm move-in/move-out cleaning expectations, any building rules that impact sanitation (trash/recycling, package handling, access for deliveries), and whether any cleaning services or charges apply at move-in.

Does this filter guarantee the building will be clean when I move in?

No. The filter reflects past renter reports, and conditions can change. Ask for the building’s current cleaning schedule, recent turnaround process for vacant units, and how they handle complaints.

Is this filter related to rent regulation or tenant protections?

No. “Best-cleanliness” is about building upkeep signals, not rent stabilization, renewal protections, or other regulatory categories.

Which neighborhoods are trending in this scope, and how many buildings are showing there?

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 highly rated for cleanliness in South Harlem

South Harlem is a Manhattan neighborhood where renters can compare building-level cleanliness signals with Openigloo’s “best-cleanliness” filter. This page currently covers 44+ buildings in the neighborhood. Across South Harlem, rated buildings have an average building rating of 3.2/5 (across 87 rated buildings) (building-level trends; individual units can differ)

Openigloo’s “best-cleanliness” view shows 44+ buildings in South Harlem with higher cleanliness ratings. It’s a neighborhood-specific shortlist so you can focus on buildings where prior renters reported cleaner, better-maintained shared areas. Use Openigloo to compare buildings side by side, read what renters actually said, and check open-data signals tied to each building profile. Then confirm details with the landlord or super before you sign, especially around cleaning standards, access policies, and any move-in charges.

Showing 37–44 of 44 buildings highly rated for cleanliness in South Harlem.

Good cause

10 West 122 Street

2.9(3)

South Harlem

No evictions

No open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Good cause

2128 8 Avenue

South Harlem

390 Manhattan Avenue

3.1(3)

South Harlem

No evictions

4 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

301 W 112 St

South Harlem

18 West 125 Street

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 highly rated for cleanliness in South Harlem

Filter for “best-cleanliness” and start from the building profile that explains the cleanliness signal behind the score.
Check the lease terms that affect move-in cleanliness: move-in/move-out cleaning expectations, building rules for trash/recycling, and any access requirements for inspections.
Confirm whether there are any cleanliness-related fees or deposits (for example, for packages, trash bags, or move-in services) and what’s included.
Look for consistency across signals: compare cleanliness notes with maintenance response and common-area conditions mentioned in tenant Q&A.
If you’re sensitive to pests, safety, or sanitation concerns, ask the building directly for their current process and timing for any treatments or deep cleans—reviews can lag real-world conditions.

Nearby neighborhoods in Manhattan

East Village

240 buildings

Yorkville

148 buildings

Upper West Side

138 buildings

Lenox Hill

125 buildings

All Upper West Side

106 buildings

Lower East Side

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