Rent-stabilized studio apartments for rent near SIM30 Sunnyside - Midtown Manhattan Express in NYC

It means the page is filtered to apartments that are presented as rent-stabilized. Rent-stabilized apartments have regulated renewal protections and limits on certain rent increases, but you should still verify the unit’s paperwork and lease terms before applying.

There are 230+ apartments for rent on this page, with a median rent of $4,176.

No. Rent-stabilized on Openigloo is a regulatory category, not an official affordable-housing program. It does not mean the apartment is income-restricted, subsidized, part of NYCHA, HPD, or a housing lottery.

Openigloo uses the rent-stabilized label as a scope filter for apartments that are identified as regulated rather than market-uncontrolled. You should still confirm the apartment’s status with the agent or landlord, because rules apply to the specific unit and lease paperwork.

Look at the sleeping area layout, kitchen setup, storage, and whether the bathroom is shared or private. In a studio, small differences in floor plan can change how livable the apartment feels day to day.

Rent-stabilized status does not remove move-in costs, broker fees, deposits, or building rules. Ask for the full monthly cost and any lease conditions before you apply.

The median rent here is $4,176, so compare that against your budget and the unit’s total monthly cost, not just the advertised rent. Studio pricing can move quickly based on location, building age, amenities, and lease terms.