What does “best-heat” mean on this page?

It’s a filter that prioritizes buildings with stronger signals related to heat performance, based on Openigloo’s available building data and renter feedback. Use it to narrow options, then verify the specifics with the building.

What does “near-transit” mean here?

It’s a location filter that selects buildings close to transit in Washington Heights. Still confirm your exact walking time and routes during the times you commute, since service patterns and block-by-block access can vary.

How should I use the heat rating if I’m moving soon?

Look for recurring themes in the reviews and tenant Q&A (not just overall scores). If heat is a dealbreaker, ask the building what to expect in your first weeks, including how temperatures are managed after move-in.

Do I need to worry about anything before applying for a building near transit?

Yes. Being near transit can mean more noise or light at night. Check recent resident comments and ask about sound insulation, window condition, and how the building handles noise complaints.

How many buildings match these filters in Washington Heights?

Openigloo shows 62+ eligible buildings for this heat-and-near-transit combination in Washington Heights right now.

Is this heat signal based on real-world conditions or just one data point?

It’s based on the available Openigloo signals and renter feedback, which can reflect lived experience. For anything critical, confirm directly with the building and document what you’re told.

Which neighborhoods are trending in this scope?

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 highly rated for heat near transit in Washington Heights

Washington Heights is a Manhattan neighborhood where renters often balance everyday comfort with commute access. This page focuses on buildings in the area that are filtered for heat performance and proximity to transit, so you can compare options that fit both priorities. For Washington Heights, the average building rating is 3.0/5 across 123 rated buildings (building-level trends; individual units can differ)

Find buildings highly rated for heat and near transit in Washington Heights, with 62+ eligible options. This page combines two filters, so you can focus on places that match both your comfort needs and commute priorities. On Openigloo, you can compare heat-related signals from building data and user feedback, then check what nearby transit looks like for your routine. Use the reviews and tenant Q&A to confirm what the building says in practice before you apply.

Showing 55–62 of 62 buildings highly rated for heat near transit in Washington Heights.

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

555 W 160 St

Washington Heights

601 West 172 Street

Washington Heights

100 Audubon Avenue

Washington Heights

650 West 171 Street

3.0(3)

Washington Heights

3 evictions

8 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

712 West 173 Street

Washington Heights

279 Fort Washington Avenue

4.0(3)

Washington Heights

1 eviction

11 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

561 West 163 Street

Washington Heights

657 West 161 Street

Washington Heights

What to check before choosing a building highly rated for heat near transit in Washington Heights

Use the heat signal as a starting point, then confirm details directly with the super or management (thermostat control, response time, and how heat is handled during shoulder seasons).
Confirm “near transit” for your specific route: check walk time at the hours you commute and whether service changes affect your line(s).
Sort or scan reviews for patterns (for example, consistent heating complaints vs. one-off issues) rather than a single comment.
Before signing, verify moving-in costs beyond rent, including deposit and any recurring fees mentioned in the lease documents.
If you rely on heat performance, ask how issues are documented and resolved (who contacts you, typical timeline, and whether repairs are logged).

Nearby neighborhoods in Manhattan

East Village

258 buildings

Yorkville

161 buildings

Upper West Side

121 buildings

Lenox Hill

114 buildings

All Upper West Side

113 buildings

Hell's Kitchen

93 buildings

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