What does “near transit” mean on this page?

It’s a location-based filter that prioritizes buildings with convenient access to transit. Transit access can still differ block by block, so verify walking distance and commute times for the specific routes you use.

What counts as “high-rise” here?

This page uses the high-rise filter for buildings with 13+ floors. Expect elevator reliance, and check building-specific policies for packages, maintenance, and noise.

How many South Harlem high-rise, near-transit buildings are available to browse?

Openigloo shows 25+ buildings in South Harlem under this filter pair (as of 2026-07-07).

What does the South Harlem building rating represent?

The page uses an average building rating of 3.2/5 across 87 rated buildings. Use it as a quick signal, then read the tenant comments for specifics that matter to you.

How should I use Openigloo reviews when I’m comparing buildings?

Start with the themes renters mention (maintenance responsiveness, noise, management follow-through) and compare those patterns across similar buildings. Then confirm any claims that could affect move-in cost or timing with management.

Does “near transit” guarantee a quiet unit or a low-noise building?

No. Transit convenience can correlate with street and corridor activity. Look for unit-level details in the listing and ask about noise insulation and typical street/pedestrian patterns.

Which neighborhoods are trending right now (and how many buildings are 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.

High-rise buildings near transit in South Harlem

South Harlem is a neighborhood in Manhattan where you can focus your search on high-rise buildings near transit. If you want to reduce commute time without giving up building scale, this is a useful starting point alongside Openigloo’s live building inventory. For South Harlem, rated buildings average 3.2/5 across 87 rated buildings (building-level trends; individual units can differ)

High-rise buildings near transit in South Harlem, Manhattan, with 25+ buildings to explore on Openigloo. This filter pair is for buildings with 25+ floors and a location that’s convenient to transit—so your commute planning starts with the building, not the route. On Openigloo, you can scan rated buildings, see what current and past renters mention, and use open-data signals to narrow down your options. Before applying, you’ll still want to confirm unit details, fees, and lease terms directly with the building or management.

Showing 1–18 of 25 high-rise buildings near transit in South Harlem.

High-rise buildings near transit in South Harlem

High-rise buildings near transit in South Harlem

70 Lenox Avenue

1735 Madison Avenue

8 West 118 Street

1345 5 Avenue

1350 5 Ave

1385 5 Avenue

70 West 115 Street

50 Lenox Avenue

131 St Nicholas Avenue

43 East 112 Street

1700 Madison Avenue

2 West 115 Street

1734 Madison Avenue

21 West 112 Street

41 West 112 Street

65 East 112 Street

1295 5 Avenue

1309 5 Avenue

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