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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 19–31 of 31 buildings with high tenant retention near the B train in Washington Heights.

539 West 155 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

539 West 155 Street

4.1(2)

Washington Heights

3 evictions
14 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
573 West 159 Street
Good cause

573 West 159 Street

4.4(2)

Washington Heights

No evictions
2 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
516 West 156 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

516 West 156 Street

3.3(2)

Washington Heights

No evictions
108 open violations
18 litigation cases
No bedbug history
517 West 161 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

517 West 161 Street

1.9(2)

Washington Heights

3 evictions
11 open violations
7 litigation cases
No bedbug history
596 Edgecombe Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

596 Edgecombe Avenue

3.3(1)

Washington Heights

2 evictions
27 open violations
18 litigation cases
No bedbug history
511 West 159 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

511 West 159 Street

2.3(1)

Washington Heights

2 evictions
14 open violations
11 litigation cases
No bedbug history
1985 Amsterdam Avenue
Good cause

1985 Amsterdam Avenue

1.5(1)

Washington Heights

4 evictions
62 open violations
16 litigation cases
No bedbug history
507 West 159 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

507 West 159 Street

1.6(1)

Washington Heights

6 evictions
13 open violations
26 litigation cases
No bedbug history
577 West  161 Street
Rent-stabilized

577 West 161 Street

4.5(1)

Washington Heights

No evictions
1 open violation
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
2092 Amsterdam Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

2092 Amsterdam Avenue

2.9(1)

Washington Heights

No evictions
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
575 West 159 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

575 West 159 Street

3.9(1)

Washington Heights

4 evictions
37 open violations
14 litigation cases
No bedbug history
961 St Nicholas Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

961 St Nicholas Avenue

2.9(1)

Washington Heights

13 evictions
45 open violations
12 litigation cases
Bedbug history
547 West 160 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

547 West 160 Street

2.6(1)

Washington Heights

2 evictions
23 open violations
6 litigation cases
No bedbug history

What to check before choosing a building 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.

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