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 35,407–35,424 of 51,152 good cause buildings in NYC.

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

2530 Foster Avenue

Flatbush

2186 5 Avenue

Central Harlem

118 Montague Street

3.6(5)

Brooklyn Heights

No evictions

3 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

313 East 14 Street

Gramercy Park

341 E 90 St

Yorkville

2478 Arthur Ave

Belmont

65 W 106 St

All Upper West Side

109 Ludlow Street

Lower East Side

420 East 66 Street

Lenox Hill

225 West 146 Street

Central Harlem

141 West 139 Street

Central Harlem

400 East 58 Street

Sutton Place

170 Vermilyea Avenue

Inwood

1298 Dekalb Avenue

Bushwick

3451 Knox Place

2.5(5)

Norwood

1 eviction

3 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

226 East 14 Street

East Village

1314 Riverside Drive

Hudson Heights

354 East 89 Street

Yorkville

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

2530 Foster Avenue

2186 5 Avenue

118 Montague Street

313 East 14 Street

341 E 90 St

2478 Arthur Ave

65 W 106 St

109 Ludlow Street

420 East 66 Street

225 West 146 Street

141 West 139 Street

400 East 58 Street

170 Vermilyea Avenue

1298 Dekalb Avenue

3451 Knox Place

226 East 14 Street

1314 Riverside Drive

354 East 89 Street

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