Studio apartments in good cause buildings for rent near M14A-SBS Lower East Side - Abingdon Sq in Chelsea, Manhattan

Good cause refers to a tenant-protection category, not a neighborhood or a price filter. It can affect certain rent increases and non-renewals, but the asking rent still matters and protections can vary by building and lease terms.

There are 26+ studio apartments for rent on this page. That count is current inventory for studios near M14A-SBS Lower East Side - Abingdon Sq in Chelsea, Manhattan.

The median rent is $4,801. Use that as a quick benchmark, but compare each apartment’s total monthly cost before you apply.

Confirm that the building is covered by the good cause status shown on the page, then check lease renewal terms, broker fees, deposits, utilities, and any application charges.

For a studio, the unit count and median rent matter together because you are comparing a smaller layout against a higher-rent Manhattan market. Make sure the sleeping area, kitchen, and storage setup still work for your budget and daily routine.

No. Even in a good cause building, the full monthly cost can include rent, fees, utilities, a broker fee, and a security deposit. Review the total before signing.

The main difference is tenant protection around certain rent increases and renewals. It does not mean every apartment will be cheaper, and it does not replace normal checks on building condition, lease terms, or move-in costs.