What does 'good cause' mean in rental agreements?

Good cause refers to protections that limit how landlords can increase rent and ensure tenants have a right to renew their leases.

Are all buildings eligible for good cause protections?

No, only specific buildings that meet certain criteria set by local laws qualify for good cause protections.

What should I ask before signing a lease in a good cause building?

Inquire about the history of rent increases and renewal terms to ensure you understand your rights as a tenant.

Is this a guarantee of affordable housing?

Good cause buildings do offer protections but do not necessarily mean rent will be low or affordable.

How do I know if a building has good cause protections?

Research the building's compliance with good cause regulations through Openigloo reviews and local housing resources.

What if I have more questions about good cause buildings?

You can explore tenant Q&A on Openigloo or ask directly about policies when contacting the building.

What are some important things to look out for in good cause buildings?

Consider the reputation of the landlord, any past violations, and the building's overall maintenance.

Good cause buildings in NYC

This page provides a comprehensive list of good cause buildings in NYC, currently featuring over 51,154+ options. Good cause buildings fall under regulations that protect tenants from non-renewals and unreasonable rent increases. Openigloo empowers renters by offering insights through reviews, tenant questions, and open-data signals. We aim to provide the information you need to make informed decisions about your next home.

Showing 33,751–33,768 of 51,152 good cause buildings in NYC.

Top rated

Rent-stabilized

186 North 6 Street

Williamsburg

225 East 63 Street

Lenox Hill

4720 Center Blvd

4.6(19)

Hunters Point

9 evictions

No open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Good cause

100 Dupont Street

3.3(19)

Greenpoint

2 evictions

26 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

271 West 47 Street

Midtown

323 West 96 Street

Upper West Side

15 Cliff Street

Fulton/Seaport

21 West Street

4.2(18)

Financial District

3 evictions

No open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

260 West 52 Street

4.1(18)

Midtown

2 evictions

No open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

40 Harrison Street

Tribeca

784 Columbus Avenue

3.4(18)

Upper West Side

3 evictions

27 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Top rated

Rent-stabilized

340 East 34 Street

4.3(18)

Kips Bay

1 eviction

No open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Good cause

1295 5 Avenue

South Harlem

300 East 46 Street

Turtle Bay

736 Riverside Drive

Hamilton Heights

145 4 Avenue

East Village

540 E 5 St

East Village

630 1 Avenue

4.5(18)

Murray Hill

4 evictions

7 open violations

No litigation history

Bedbug history

What to check before choosing a good cause building in NYC

Expect regulations that offer protection against certain rent increases and non-renewals.
Confirm lease details, especially regarding renewal terms and adequate notice periods.
Be aware of any fees associated with signing a lease, including broker fees or security deposits.
Always check for specific building policies that may impact your living situation.
Research the building's maintenance reputation through tenant reviews and open data.

Good cause buildings in trending NYC neighborhoods

Bushwick

2,102 buildings

Crown Heights

1,414 buildings

Williamsburg

1,339 buildings

East Village

1,246 buildings

Central Harlem

1,149 buildings

Upper West Side

1,144 buildings

Stuyvesant Heights

1,143 buildings

Other neighborhoods

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Good cause buildings near transit in NYC

51,154 buildings

Good cause buildings near landmarks in NYC

50,732 buildings

Good cause buildings near schools in NYC

50,634 buildings

Good cause buildings with rent-stabilized apartments in NYC

31,322 buildings

Good cause buildings near colleges in NYC

19,954 buildings

Good cause buildings near hospitals in NYC

17,251 buildings

Good cause buildings near the B train in NYC

12,156 buildings

Good cause buildings near the C train in NYC

10,917 buildings

Good cause buildings near the 2 train in NYC

10,686 buildings

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Buildings with rent-stabilized apartments in NYC

46,852 buildings

Pet-friendly buildings in NYC

10,748 buildings

Buildings with available apartments in NYC

1,515 buildings

Affordable buildings in NYC

1,293 buildings

Top rated buildings in NYC

159 buildings

Most searched buildings in NYC

100 buildings

Most reviewed buildings in NYC

100 buildings

Good cause buildings in other NYC boroughs

Brooklyn

19,010 buildings

Manhattan

15,373 buildings

Bronx

8,602 buildings

Queens

7,342 buildings

Staten Island

827 buildings

Good cause buildings in NYC

186 North 6 Street

225 East 63 Street

4720 Center Blvd

100 Dupont Street

271 West 47 Street

323 West 96 Street

15 Cliff Street

21 West Street

260 West 52 Street

40 Harrison Street

784 Columbus Avenue

340 East 34 Street

1295 5 Avenue

300 East 46 Street

736 Riverside Drive

145 4 Avenue

540 E 5 St

630 1 Avenue

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