Buildings with high tenant retention near the B train in Washington Heights
Washington Heights is a Manhattan neighborhood with dense residential blocks and a strong subway connection that helps many renters commute along the B line corridor. On Openigloo, you can narrow searches to buildings that fit your route and tenant-experience priorities, then compare what matters for your move. For Washington Heights, rated buildings average 3.0/5 across 123 rated buildings (building-level trends; individual units can differ)
This page covers 31+ Washington Heights buildings with high tenant retention near the B train. The B-train filter narrows location, while the high-retention signal is meant to highlight steadier tenancy patterns when you’re deciding where to rent. Openigloo helps you compare buildings using renter-first reviews and building-level signals, plus practical Q&A that surfaces day-to-day concerns. You can cross-check what residents say, what open-data sources indicate, and what you still need to confirm with management before you sign.
Buildings with high tenant retention near the B train in Washington Heights
Showing 1–18 of 31 buildings with high tenant retention near the B train in Washington Heights.
940 St Nicholas Avenue
Washington Heights
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550 W 157 St
Washington Heights
531 W 159 St
Washington Heights
/-73.943295,40.833222,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
522 W 157 St
Washington Heights
/-73.943609,40.833358,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
530 West 157 Street
Washington Heights
/-73.943198,40.832754,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
521 West 156 Street
Washington Heights
974 St Nicholas Avenue
Washington Heights
/-73.941582,40.835722,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
522 West 161 Street
Washington Heights
/-73.940917,40.833867,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
496 West 159 Street
Washington Heights
/-73.945717,40.834234,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
600 West 157 Street
Washington Heights
/-73.943643,40.834181,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
550 West 158 Street
Washington Heights
/-73.942999,40.836039,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
555 W 160 St
Washington Heights
/-73.941608,40.832896,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
1963 Amsterdam Avenue
Washington Heights
/-73.94046,40.834474,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
442 West 160 Street
Washington Heights
/-73.938601,40.836503,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
465 West 163 Street
Washington Heights
/-73.943627,40.834525,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
547 West 158 Street
Washington Heights
/-73.943121,40.835148,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
571 West 159 Street
Washington Heights
/-73.940892,40.836263,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
516 West 162 Street
Washington Heights
What to check before for buildings with high tenant retention near the B train in Washington Heights
- Confirm commute fit: “near the B train” can still mean different walking times and block-to-block variation—use the map and address details when comparing buildings.
- Use retention as a starting signal, not a guarantee: ask about renewals, typical vacancy timing, and any recent policy or ownership changes.
- Check the full move-in cost: request the exact deposit, any broker-related charges, and what utilities (heat, hot water, electricity) you’ll pay.
- Review lease terms early: find out typical renewal options, rent-adjustment process, and whether the building is actively marketing units with your target move-in date.
- If you’re comparing multiple buildings, prioritize what matches your criteria (building staff responsiveness, maintenance turnaround, and building rules) in addition to the retention signal.