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 38,269–38,286 of 51,152 good cause buildings in NYC.

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

420 East 79 Street

4.6(3)

Lenox Hill

No evictions

No open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

137 West 145 Street

Central Harlem

341 East 85 Street

Yorkville

299 St Marks Place

Saint George

141 Spencer Street

Bedford-Stuyvesant

11 Maple St

2.5(3)

Prospect Lefferts Gardens

478 3 Avenue

Kips Bay

537 Edgecombe Ave

Washington Heights

241 East 86 Street

4.4(3)

Yorkville

No evictions

No open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

311 E 50 St

Turtle Bay

19304 Horace Harding Expy

Fresh Meadows

1772 Bergen Street

4.0(3)

Weeksville

No evictions

No open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

120 East 1 Street

3.6(4)

East Village

No evictions

1 open violation

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

503 W 122 St

Morningside Heights

322 East 73 Street

3.0(3)

Lenox Hill

2 evictions

2 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

686 West 204 Street

Inwood

105 Arden Street

Fort George

260 Parkside Avenue

2.4(3)

Prospect Lefferts Gardens

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

420 East 79 Street

137 West 145 Street

341 East 85 Street

299 St Marks Place

141 Spencer Street

11 Maple St

478 3 Avenue

537 Edgecombe Ave

241 East 86 Street

311 E 50 St

19304 Horace Harding Expy

1772 Bergen Street

120 East 1 Street

503 W 122 St

322 East 73 Street

686 West 204 Street

105 Arden Street

260 Parkside Avenue

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