What does “recommended by renters” mean on Openigloo?

It means renters have flagged the building positively based on their experience. Use that as a starting point, then confirm current details (fees, condition, and lease terms) with the building or broker before you commit.

How is “near the L train” determined?

The page is scoped to the L train commute area using Openigloo’s location-based building matching. Always double-check the exact address and your typical walk time from the station you use.

Are these buildings all available right now?

Not necessarily. This page focuses on the filter match (L train + renter recommendation). For each building, check current availability and advertised move-in dates on Openigloo before reaching out.

Do renter recommendations guarantee a specific lease or fee?

No. Recommendations reflect experiences, but deposits, broker fees (if any), and lease terms can differ by unit, building policy, and timing. Treat Openigloo details as guidance and verify everything in writing.

What should I ask before signing a lease for a building on this list?

Ask about total move-in costs, who holds the security deposit, utility responsibilities, renewal terms, maintenance response for the issues renters mentioned, and any documentation rules for applicants.

Is the data in Openigloo the same as what the building will offer now?

Openigloo uses open-data signals and renter-provided context to help you compare quickly, but conditions can change. Confirm the current terms, fees, and unit specifics with the building or managing agent.

How many buildings match this filter right now?

730+ buildings are eligible under the L train + recommended-by-renters filters as of 2026-07-07.

Buildings recommended by renters near the L train in NYC

This page shows buildings recommended by renters near the L train in NYC, filtered to match your commute preferences. There are 730+ eligible buildings right now on Openigloo, so you can compare options without starting from scratch. Openigloo helps you narrow faster with renter sentiment, building data signals from public records, and practical context from reviews and tenant Q&A. Before you apply, use the details here to verify current availability, fees, and any lease terms that affect your monthly cost.

Showing 721–730 of 730 buildings recommended by renters near the L train in NYC.

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

482 Seneca Avenue

3.4(4)

Ridgewood

1 eviction

3 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

207 East 5 Street

3.6(3)

East Village

No evictions

No open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

148 Meserole Street

4.3(3)

Williamsburg

No evictions

1 open violation

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

380 Grove Street

3.8(3)

Bushwick

2 evictions

14 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

210 West 19 Street

4.5(4)

Chelsea

No evictions

2 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Good cause

151 Avenue A

East Village

87 East 4 Street

3.8(3)

East Village

No evictions

14 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

158 E 7 St

East Village

42 Maspeth Avenue

4.8(3)

East Williamsburg

No evictions

9 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

210 East 10 Street

East Village

What to check before choosing a building recommended by renters near the L train in NYC

Filter scope is “near the L train” plus “recommended by renters,” so check building addresses, transit walk time, and which line direction is realistic for your routine.
Read the renter-focused notes for patterns (noise, maintenance responsiveness, package handling), then confirm specifics directly with the building or broker.
Confirm the FULL monthly cost beyond rent, including broker/agent fees (if applicable), deposits, and any required move-in charges.
If the building shows any rental restrictions or documentation requirements in its details, ask about them before signing—rules can vary even within the same area.
When comparing buildings, prioritize what affects your day-to-day (elevators, laundry, heat/hot water handling, parking access) over photos alone.

Buildings recommended by renters near the L train in trending NYC neighborhoods

East Village

191 buildings

Williamsburg

160 buildings

Bushwick

78 buildings

West Village

60 buildings

Gramercy Park

48 buildings

Chelsea

46 buildings

Stuyvesant Town/PCV

33 buildings

More filters for buildings recommended by renters near the L train in NYC

Buildings with low open violation rates near the L train in NYC

4,589 buildings

Buildings with high tenant retention near the L train in NYC

1,653 buildings

Buildings with low rent increases near the L train in NYC

1,596 buildings

Buildings highly rated for heat near the L train in NYC

764 buildings

Buildings highly rated for water pressure near the L train in NYC

749 buildings

Buildings highly rated for trash management near the L train in NYC

727 buildings

Buildings highly rated for pest control near the L train in NYC

724 buildings

Buildings highly rated for cleanliness near the L train in NYC

721 buildings

Buildings highly rated for owner responsiveness near the L train in NYC

664 buildings

Buildings that accept digital rent payments near the L train in NYC

431 buildings

Buildings with low historical violations near the L train in NYC

393 buildings

Buildings with heat and hot water included near the L train in NYC

312 buildings

Other building filters

Buildings without bedbugs in NYC

187,621 buildings

Buildings without rodents in NYC

176,706 buildings

Buildings with low eviction rates in NYC

142,401 buildings

Buildings with low litigation rates in NYC

125,346 buildings

Buildings with low open violation rates in NYC

42,568 buildings

Buildings with high tenant retention in NYC

11,760 buildings

Buildings recommended by renters near the L train in other NYC boroughs

Manhattan

443 buildings

Brooklyn

267 buildings

Queens

18 buildings

Buildings recommended by renters near the L train in NYC