Top rated buildings near schools in NYC
Browse top rated buildings near schools in NYC, with 155+ buildings that match this area + quality filter. The “near schools” part focuses on proximity, while “top rated” highlights buildings with high Openigloo review scores. On Openigloo, you can compare building-level details and read tenant Q&A alongside reviews. We also surface open-data signals that may affect your move (like basic building attributes and record-based items), so you can screen buildings before you schedule a tour or submit an application.
Top rated buildings near schools in NYC
Showing 55–72 of 155 top rated buildings near schools in NYC.

284 Mott Street
Nolita

30-02 39 Avenue
Long Island City

555 10 Avenue
Hudson Yards

21 West End Avenue
All Upper West Side

662 Pacific Street
Prospect Heights

150 East 39 Street
Murray Hill
400 East 71 Street
Lenox Hill
313 West 19 Street
Chelsea
725 East 9 Street
East Village

420 East 54 Street
Sutton Place
515 West 52 Street
Hell's Kitchen
245 Ave C
Stuyvesant Town/PCV
222 E 34 St
Kips Bay

1510 Lexington Avenue
Carnegie Hill

520 West 43 Street
Hell's Kitchen

250 North 10 Street
Williamsburg
595 Dean Street
Prospect Heights
31-57 31 Street
Astoria
What to check before choosing a top rated building near schools in NYC
- Use the “near schools” filter to narrow by commute and pickup/drop-off convenience, then confirm the exact school address and walking time on your end.
- Check the building’s “top rated” basis in reviews and tenant Q&A, and pay attention to recurring themes (noise, maintenance, responsiveness, move-in process).
- Before signing, ask what’s included in the monthly cost beyond rent (utilities, parking, storage) and confirm any one-time fees required at move-in.
- If a building looks solid online, verify logistics in person: doorman/package procedures, elevator access, laundry/filters, and any planned construction.
- Use the building page to cross-check dates and documentation you’ll need for your application, especially if there are special requirements for your situation.