What does “good cause” mean on this page?

“Good cause” is a tenant-protection category. It’s used to flag buildings that are covered by rules that limit certain rent increases and non-renewals. Always verify the application to your specific lease and renewal situation with the building management.

How does the E train filter work here?

This page scopes to Chelsea and focuses on buildings near the E train corridor. Use it to prioritize commute convenience, then confirm walking time and exact nearest station based on the building address.

How many eligible buildings are in this Chelsea + E train + good cause set?

There are 437+ eligible buildings in this scope right now. Availability can change, so check the building’s current apartment availability status on Openigloo.

Do I still need to confirm move-in costs beyond the asking rent?

Yes. Even with the right building protections, the total monthly and move-in cost can include deposits, broker fees (if applicable), utilities setup, and any building-required charges. Ask for a complete fee breakdown before you apply.

What should I ask about renewals and rent changes before I sign?

Ask for the renewal process, how/when rent adjustments are communicated, what documentation is required, and whether any exceptions or building-specific rules apply. Get answers in writing if possible.

Are “good cause” protections the same as income-restricted or subsidized housing?

No. “Good cause” on this page is not income-restricted housing, not subsidized, not NYCHA, not HPD, and not a Section 8 or housing-lottery program.

Which neighborhoods are trending in this scope?

Trending neighborhoods right now include East Village with 11,857+ buildings, Yorkville with 9,328+ buildings, Hell’s Kitchen with 6,943+ buildings, Lenox Hill with 8,357+ buildings, and Kips Bay with 4,472+ buildings.

Good cause buildings near the E train in Chelsea

Chelsea has 3.7/5 average building rating across 111 rated buildings (building-level trends; individual units can differ) Across these Chelsea buildings, you can use the Openigloo signals to compare what renters experience alongside the good cause + E train filters, then verify policies directly with each building before applying (building-level trends; individual units can differ)

Good cause buildings near the E train in Chelsea: browse 437+ eligible buildings and filter for buildings that fall under the “good cause” tenant-protection category. This is about building-level rules that can limit certain rent increases and non-renewals. Openigloo helps you narrow down buildings with live building counts, tenant-facing details, and rated signals from listed/rated buildings, plus Openigloo review content and building Q&A. You can also use open-data indicators surfaced on the platform so you know what to ask before signing a lease.

Showing 361–378 of 437 good cause buildings near the E train in Chelsea.

Good cause buildings near the E train in Chelsea

Good cause buildings near the E train in Chelsea

257 West 15 Street

115 West 23 Street

321 West 24 Street

152 W 20 St

140 West 15 Street

330 West 15 Street

108 8 Avenue

219 West 15 Street

327 West 21 Street

202 West 24 Street

112 West 16 Street

200 West 18 Street

336 West 17 Street

209 West 20 Street

313 West 29 Street

320 West 22 Street

226 West 17 Street

152 8 Avenue

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