What does “2 train” mean on this Upper West Side buildings page?

It’s a location-based filter that targets buildings near the 2 train corridor in the Upper West Side. Use it to shortlist options by transit access, then verify the exact route and walking time for each building.

How many buildings match this filter right now?

1,595+ buildings on Openigloo currently match the Upper West Side scope with the 2-train filter.

Are the ratings on Openigloo specific to the buildings near the 2 train?

The ratings shown on building pages are tied to those buildings. For this neighborhood page, Openigloo reports an average building rating of 3.6/5 across 256 rated buildings.

Should I rely only on the filter distance to the subway when choosing a building?

No. The 2-train filter helps narrow your search, but you still need to confirm real-world commute details like walking time, stairs/elevators at station entrances, and street-level conditions.

What should I confirm before submitting an application?

Confirm the lease start date, any required deposits and application fees, utility responsibilities, and any building rules listed on the page (including pet and occupancy requirements).

Does the “near the 2 train” filter guarantee quieter apartments or fewer disruptions?

No. Being near transit can still mean variable noise levels by unit orientation and floor. Use renter Q&A and building notes to understand how issues show up in practice.

Which neighborhoods are trending in this scope right now?

East Village with 11,857+ buildings; Yorkville with 9,328+ buildings; Lenox Hill with 8,357+ buildings; Hell's Kitchen with 6,943+ buildings; Kips Bay with 4,472+ buildings.

Buildings near the 2 train in Upper West Side

Upper West Side is a search area on Openigloo where you can compare buildings in a defined neighborhood and then narrow further by transit filters like nearby subway lines. For Upper West Side, Openigloo shows an average building rating of 3.6/5 across 256 rated buildings (building-level trends; individual units can differ)

Find buildings near the 2 train in Upper West Side with 1,595+ options to compare on Openigloo. This filter helps you narrow by transit location while keeping your search practical and apartment-ready. Openigloo aggregates building details, rated-building signals, and renter Q&A so you can sanity-check what matters before you commit. Use the page to compare similar buildings near the same line and read tenant perspectives, then confirm the specifics directly with the building or listing before applying.

Showing 883–900 of 1,595 buildings near the 2 train in Upper West Side.