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 35,713–35,730 of 51,152 good cause buildings in NYC.

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

162 East 85 Street

3.8(5)

Upper East Side

No evictions

No open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Good cause

639 Bushwick Avenue

3.8(5)

Bushwick

2 evictions

No open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

261 Seaman Avenue

Inwood

2970 Ocean Avenue

Sheepshead Bay

42 Horatio Street

West Village

73 East 7 Street

East Village

441 West 51 Street

Hell's Kitchen

33 2 Ave

East Village

321 East 48 Street

Turtle Bay

402 East 78 Street

3.5(5)

Lenox Hill

No evictions

3 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

112 Suffolk Street

Lower East Side

305 East 94 Street

4.5(5)

Yorkville

No evictions

1 open violation

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Good cause

63 Malcolm X Boulevard

Stuyvesant Heights

202 East 21 Street

Gramercy Park

331 Keap Street

Williamsburg

221 Wadsworth Avenue

Fort George

200 Waverly Place

2.9(5)

West Village

No evictions

3 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

215 West 83 Street

4.0(5)

Upper West Side

No evictions

1 open violation

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

162 East 85 Street

639 Bushwick Avenue

261 Seaman Avenue

2970 Ocean Avenue

42 Horatio Street

73 East 7 Street

441 West 51 Street

33 2 Ave

321 East 48 Street

402 East 78 Street

112 Suffolk Street

305 East 94 Street

63 Malcolm X Boulevard

202 East 21 Street

331 Keap Street

221 Wadsworth Avenue

200 Waverly Place

215 West 83 Street

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