What does “high-retention” mean on this Openigloo page?

High-retention buildings are flagged based on signals consistent with tenants staying longer. Use it as a starting point, then confirm the current unit’s lease terms and any recent management changes directly with the building.

How does “near-transit” get applied here?

The page is limited to buildings tagged as near major transit options. To avoid surprises, verify the route you’d actually take (walking time, transfers, and the closest stop to your schedule).

Is this page showing buildings with available apartments right now?

This page is scoped by the multi-filter pair (high-retention + near-transit). Availability can change, so check the specific building’s currently advertised apartments on Openigloo.

What should I confirm before I sign a lease in a near-transit building?

Ask about noise conditions and unit orientation (street-facing vs. interior), elevator reliability if relevant, and your responsibilities for utilities. Get the deposit/broker fee details and utilities cost responsibilities in writing.

Can high retention guarantee a smooth experience during my lease?

No. Tenant retention is a helpful signal, but building conditions and management response can vary by unit, season, and maintenance requests. Use renter feedback and building details to judge whether the experience matches your needs.

Where does the data used by Openigloo come from?

Openigloo combines renter-written signals with building-level details and open-data context where available. Treat it as decision support, and still request the building’s official documents before leasing.

Which neighborhoods are trending in this scope right now?

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 with high tenant retention near transit in South Harlem

South Harlem is a Manhattan neighborhood where you can find buildings with signals of tenant retention and strong transit access. On Openigloo, you can browse 86+ eligible buildings in this scope and compare them using building-level information. In South Harlem, rated buildings average 3.2/5 across 87 rated buildings (building-level trends; individual units can differ)

This page highlights buildings with high tenant retention near transit in South Harlem, Manhattan—86+ eligible buildings. Use it if you want lower turnover while still staying close to subways and daily commute options. Openigloo brings together building-level signals, renter-written info, and open-data context so you can compare buildings before you tour. You can filter, read what tenants mention, and use the building details to sanity-check your lease decision based on real experiences—not just photos.

Showing 73–86 of 86 buildings with high tenant retention near transit in South Harlem.

301 West 118 Street

4.5(1)

South Harlem

No evictions

No open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

71 West 119 Street

South Harlem

302 West 114 Street

South Harlem

271 West 113 Street

South Harlem

57 East 117 Street

4.3(1)

South Harlem

No evictions

6 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

69 West 118 Street

South Harlem

124 West 112 Street

South Harlem

202 West 123 Street

2.0(1)

South Harlem

No evictions

20 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

137 West 112 Street

South Harlem

262 West 122 Street

South Harlem

309 West 114 Street

South Harlem

9 Central Park North

South Harlem

232 West 122 Street

South Harlem

83 West 119 Street

5.0(1)

South Harlem

No evictions

1 open violation

No litigation history

No bedbug history

What to check before choosing a building with high tenant retention near transit in South Harlem

Expect more stable occupancy patterns: prioritize buildings labeled high-retention, then confirm the specific unit’s availability and lease terms with the landlord/management.
“Near-transit” means commute convenience; still verify exact walking time to your preferred lines/stops and check service changes that could affect your route.
Use the building details and renter feedback to spot maintenance or response issues early, especially if you rely on elevator access or have move-in timing constraints.
Before signing, confirm the full move-in picture (security deposit, any broker fee, and utility responsibilities) in writing, not just the monthly rent number.
If you’re sensitive to noise or foot traffic, ask about street-facing units and building soundproofing—proximity to transit can matter even in well-retained buildings.

Nearby neighborhoods in Manhattan

East Village

390 buildings

Upper West Side

265 buildings

Yorkville

236 buildings

Hell's Kitchen

199 buildings

Lenox Hill

182 buildings

All Upper West Side

169 buildings

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Buildings with low open violation rates near transit in South Harlem

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46 buildings

Buildings highly rated for cleanliness near transit in South Harlem

44 buildings

Buildings highly rated for pest control near transit in South Harlem

44 buildings

Buildings highly rated for heat near transit in South Harlem

42 buildings

Buildings highly rated for trash management near transit in South Harlem

40 buildings

Buildings highly rated for owner responsiveness near transit in South Harlem

34 buildings

Buildings recommended by renters near transit in South Harlem

33 buildings

Buildings with low historical violations near transit in South Harlem

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Buildings that accept digital rent payments near transit in South Harlem

23 buildings

Buildings with heat and hot water included near transit in South Harlem

22 buildings

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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

Buildings with high tenant retention near transit in other NYC boroughs

Brooklyn

3,591 buildings

Queens

2,196 buildings

Staten Island

1,310 buildings

Bronx

1,040 buildings

Buildings with high tenant retention near transit in South Harlem