Affordable buildings near Information Technology High School in NYC

It means the building’s median asking rent is below the neighborhood median (market-relative). It is not an income-restricted or subsidy-based affordability program.

There are 20+ buildings on Openigloo right now that match the multi-filter scope for affordable + Information Technology High School.

No. This filter is market-relative affordable based on asking rent comparisons, and it is not income-restricted housing, not subsidized, not NYCHA, not HPD, not Section 8, and not a housing-lottery/affordable-housing program.

Not automatically. The asking rent may be below the neighborhood median, but you still need to confirm the full monthly cost—broker fee (if applicable), deposit, and recurring charges like utilities or parking—because those can change your budget.

Confirm current rent for the specific unit, what’s included (utilities, any services), deposit and any one-time fees, move-in timing, and lease/renewal terms in writing.

Use the comments as a checklist: ask management about the specific issues raised (repairs, noise handling, lease enforcement) and request the most current policy details for your unit and lease term.

Openigloo aggregates building data and community feedback, but pricing, availability, and policies can change. Always verify live terms directly with the building or management before paying any money.