What does “good cause” mean on Openigloo?

It’s a regulatory filter category focused on tenant protections that can limit certain rent increases and non-renewals. Always ask the building or leasing office how renewals work for the specific apartment you’re considering.

How does the “near schools” filter work for Chelsea buildings?

It narrows the Chelsea results to buildings positioned close to schools in the available data. Since walking time depends on the exact entrance and routes, confirm distances on the building page and validate your commute plan.

Are these 440+ buildings all showing currently available apartments?

This page counts all eligible buildings in scope (good-cause + near schools). Availability can change daily, so check the building pages for which apartments are currently advertised.

What should I verify before applying, even if a building matches the filters?

Confirm lease terms, renewal practices tied to “good cause,” total move-in costs (including any broker fee/deposit requirements), and the exact utilities setup. Also verify whether the unit you want has the amenities or conditions you need.

How reliable are building ratings on Openigloo?

Ratings are based on rated buildings in the dataset for this scope. Treat the score as a signal, then read renter notes and ask direct questions about any issues mentioned in the most relevant feedback.

Does “near schools” affect noise or building policies?

It can. Closely located schools may increase foot traffic at certain times. Policies vary by building, so ask about soundproofing, hours, and any rules that apply to tenants or visitors.

Which neighborhoods are trending in this scope right now?

East Village with 11,857+ buildings; Hell's Kitchen with 6,943+ buildings; Yorkville with 9,328+ buildings; Lenox Hill with 8,357+ buildings; Kips Bay with 4,472+ buildings.

Good cause buildings near schools in Chelsea

Chelsea is a Manhattan neighborhood with a dense rental market and plenty of building options you can compare on Openigloo. For this page’s Chelsea scope, buildings are rated 3.7/5 across 111 rated buildings (building-level trends; individual units can differ)

Find good-cause buildings near schools in Chelsea, with 440+ buildings currently matching this scope on Openigloo. This filter pair is designed to narrow down your search by regulatory protections tied to “good cause” and by proximity to schools. Openigloo helps you shortlist faster using rated-building signals, open-data research, and renter-first details you can verify before applying. Use building pages to compare what tenants report, check what’s currently available, and read notes that often answer the practical questions landlords and brokers expect you to ask.

Showing 37–54 of 440 good cause buildings near schools in Chelsea.

Good cause buildings near schools in Chelsea

Good cause buildings near schools in Chelsea

102 West 27 Street

136 West 28 Street

228 West 15 Street

360 W 28 St

343 West 21 Street

105 West 17 Street

266 West 23 Street

165 West 26 Street

156 West 15 Street

320 West 15 Street

220 West 17 Street

217 West 16 Street

122 West 25 Street

215 West 18 Street

335 West 29 Street

58 9 Avenue

139 West 15 Street

178 7 Ave

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