Good cause buildings near 81 St-Museum of Natural History station in NYC

On this page, “good cause” is the tenant-protection regulatory category. It flags buildings that are covered under the good-cause framework, where non-renewals and certain rent-increase actions have additional restrictions compared with buildings not under this category.

Openigloo shows 648+ eligible buildings on this page (as of 2026-07-07). Use the individual building pages to narrow by availability, rent, and lease terms.

Not necessarily. The filter targets the category’s protections and constraints, but the lease controls what happens for your specific unit. Always confirm the current rent amount, renewal terms, and what notices or timelines apply to your contract.

Ask for the exact renewal language (and any schedule for increases), the notice process, and how they document compliance with good-cause requirements. Also ask what paperwork they require for application and lease start dates.

Tenant reviews and building-page signals can highlight patterns like maintenance responsiveness, communication, and administrative friction. Use them as context, then verify the live terms directly with the building because policies can change.

Yes. Even when a building fits your filter, you should budget for the full monthly and move-in cost you’ll be asked to pay, which can include deposits, broker-related fees, and utilities depending on the unit.

Good cause coverage can be unit- or building-specific. If a building page matches the category, still confirm that your exact unit type and lease structure are covered as expected before you commit to an application or tour.