What does the “best-heat” filter mean on Openigloo?

It’s a heat-performance signal derived from Openigloo building data. It helps you find buildings that tend to perform better on heat, but you should still confirm how heat works for the specific unit you’re considering.

How does the “r-train” filter affect the search?

It narrows eligible buildings to those near the R train within Forest Hills. Use it to reduce commute variance, then verify the walk time from the address before applying.

Does “highly rated for heat” mean every apartment will stay warm year-round?

No. Building performance can vary by unit, exposure, insulation, and thermostat access. Use the page to shortlist, then ask the building what to expect for your specific layout.

What should I ask the super or leasing office about heat before signing?

Ask how the building maintains heat, expected thermostat controls, how quickly repairs are handled when residents report issues, and whether there are any unit-specific constraints.

Are there any typical costs I should budget for besides the monthly rent?

Yes. Beyond asking rent, review deposits, broker-related costs (if applicable), and other move-in fees, since your full monthly and upfront totals matter even when the building looks strong on heat.

Which neighborhoods are trending in this scope?

Hunters Point with 2,110+ buildings; Ridgewood with 3,826+ buildings; Sunnyside with 1,960+ buildings; Ditmars-Steinway with 2,222+ buildings; Jamaica with 2,503+ buildings.

How many buildings are eligible for this exact filter pair in Forest Hills?

This page shows 9+ eligible buildings in Forest Hills that match best-heat + r-train.

Buildings highly rated for heat near the R train in Forest Hills

Forest Hills is a Queens neighborhood where you can target buildings close to the R train while filtering for heat-related performance. This page focuses on buildings that match your best-heat + r-train criteria. For Forest Hills specifically, rated buildings average a 3.4/5 overall rating across 25 rated buildings (building-level trends; individual units can differ)

This page covers buildings with strong heat performance near the R train in Forest Hills, Queens, with 9+ eligible buildings using the best-heat + r-train filter pair. Openigloo helps you narrow fast using building-level signals plus renter-written context. Use the heat-focused filter together with R-train proximity, then confirm details with the building (and your preferred lease terms) before you commit.

Showing 1–9 of 9 buildings highly rated for heat near the R train in Forest Hills.

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

104-60 Queens Boulevard

Forest Hills

100-11 67 Road

Forest Hills

67-67 Burns Street

Forest Hills

72-35 112 Street

3.8(4)

Forest Hills

No evictions

2 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

71-50 Austin Street

4.1(3)

Forest Hills

No evictions

1 open violation

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

99-22 67 Road

4.3(3)

Forest Hills

3 evictions

5 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

10615 Queens Blvd

4.5(3)

Forest Hills

1 eviction

2 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

150 Greenway Terrace

Forest Hills

68-64 Yellowstone Boulevard

Forest Hills

What to check before for buildings highly rated for heat near the R train in Forest Hills

Expect to compare heat-related signals across 9+ buildings in Forest Hills near the R train using the best-heat + r-train filters.
Check the exact heating type and how it’s managed in the building (central vs. separate systems), since “best-heat” is a data-driven signal, not a guarantee for every unit.
Ask how heat is handled during shoulder seasons and what the building requires for thermostat access, window/door sealing, and maintenance turnarounds.
Before signing, confirm all monthly costs beyond the rent—especially deposits and any one-time fees that impact your total move-in budget.

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