What does “near-transit” mean on this Chinatown buildings page?

It’s a location filter that prioritizes buildings in the Chinatown area that are close to transit. Still, confirm the nearest line and realistic walking time from the building address before you decide.

How should I interpret “rent-stabilized” here?

“Rent-stabilized” is a regulatory filter for buildings with rent-stabilized apartments. The only reliable check is the apartment’s legal status and the terms tied to that specific unit, so ask the building or managing agent directly.

Are these buildings income-restricted, subsidized, or housing-lottery units?

No. This page is about market-rate rent-stabilized regulation, not income-restricted housing, subsidy programs, NYCHA, HPD, Section 8, or housing-lottery/affordable-housing program units.

What should I ask the building before signing a lease?

Ask for confirmation of the unit’s stabilization status, the exact lease term dates, renewal process details, and any recurring fees. Also ask what’s included in rent versus utilities, and whether there are building rules you should know in advance.

If the building is rent-stabilized, does that guarantee a fixed monthly cost?

No. Rent-stabilized status governs certain rent and regulatory mechanics, but your total monthly cost can still change through utilities, deposits, fees, or other charges. Confirm the full breakdown in writing.

Where does Openigloo’s information come from?

Openigloo combines renter-focused reporting with building-level signals to help you compare options. For anything critical (unit status, lease terms, and current fees), rely on what the building states for your specific apartment.

Which neighborhoods are trending right now in this scope?

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

Buildings with rent-stabilized apartments near transit in Chinatown

Chinatown in Manhattan is a dense, transit-friendly area where renters often search by both commute convenience and apartment regulations. On Openigloo, you can filter for Chinatown buildings with rent-stabilized apartments near transit to compare what’s available across nearby streets. For Chinatown buildings, the average building rating is 3.2/5 across 19 rated buildings (building-level trends; individual units can differ)

Search buildings with rent-stabilized apartments near transit in Chinatown, Manhattan. This page covers 184+ eligible buildings currently tracked by Openigloo so you can narrow options fast without losing context on the building. Openigloo helps you compare buildings using rated-building signals, public record–style details, and renter-focused notes. Use the results to read what people report about day-to-day living, then confirm the specific lease terms and unit details directly with the building before you sign.

Showing 19–36 of 184 buildings with rent-stabilized apartments near transit in Chinatown.

Buildings with rent-stabilized apartments near transit in Chinatown

Buildings with rent-stabilized apartments near transit in Chinatown

36 Mulberry Street

39 Mott Street

14 Pell Street

37 Mott Street

93 Baxter Street

29 Canal Street

21 Allen Street

115 Division Street

19B Mott Street

109 Division Street

109 Rear Mott Street

1 Elizabeth St

17 Essex Street

68 Mott Street

43 Mott Street

7 Allen Street

160 East Broadway

18 Pell Street

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