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 33,823–33,840 of 51,152 good cause buildings in NYC.

Top rated

Good cause

222 East 34 Street

4.6(15)

Kips Bay

3 evictions

No open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Top rated

Rent-stabilized

1510 Lexington Avenue

4.4(15)

Carnegie Hill

2 evictions

No open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Top rated

Rent-stabilized

520 West 43 Street

4.6(15)

Hell's Kitchen

9 evictions

3 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Good cause

666 Greenwich Street

4.2(14)

West Village

No evictions

No open violations

No litigation history

Bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

219 13 Street

Park Slope

255 Mc Kibbin Street

East Williamsburg

372 St Johns Place

Prospect Heights

194 East 2 Street

3.8(15)

East Village

No evictions

1 open violation

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Good cause

78 Herkimer Street

Bedford-Stuyvesant

570 West 182 Street

Fort George

1625 Putnam Avenue

3.3(15)

Ridgewood

3 evictions

3 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

240 West 73 Street

Upper West Side

401 West 56 Street

Hell's Kitchen

1309 5 Avenue

South Harlem

1 Duffield Street

3.8(16)

Downtown Brooklyn

3 evictions

5 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Good cause

332 East 6 Street

East Village

195 Stanton Street

Lower East Side

645 Willoughby Avenue

2.3(17)

Bedford-Stuyvesant

No evictions

2 open violations

No litigation history

No 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

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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

222 East 34 Street

1510 Lexington Avenue

520 West 43 Street

666 Greenwich Street

219 13 Street

255 Mc Kibbin Street

372 St Johns Place

194 East 2 Street

78 Herkimer Street

570 West 182 Street

1625 Putnam Avenue

240 West 73 Street

401 West 56 Street

1309 5 Avenue

1 Duffield Street

332 East 6 Street

195 Stanton Street

645 Willoughby Avenue

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