What does “good cause” mean on this Openigloo filter?

On Openigloo, “good cause” is a tenant-protection category tied to limits on certain rent increases and non-renewals. Still, you should read the proposed lease carefully and confirm the specific renewal and increase terms with the building.

How is this page scoped to Flatiron and the waterfront?

This page is limited to buildings in the Flatiron neighborhood in Manhattan and further narrowed to those categorized as near the waterfront. Use each building page to confirm the exact location and commute path you’d be taking.

Are there reviews and tenant Q&A for these buildings?

Yes. Openigloo shows building information and uses rated-building signals where available, plus tenant Q&A so you can spot recurring issues before you apply.

What should I verify before signing a lease for a good-cause building?

Confirm the renewal schedule, any rent-increase language, and how the building handles required notices. Also ask about timing for renewals, move-in readiness, and whether there are any exceptions stated in the lease.

Does “near the waterfront” mean every unit will have water views or similar noise conditions?

No. Distance to the waterfront can still vary by building block and street. Ask about unit orientation, windows, and noise, since views and sound can differ even within the same area.

How should I use Openigloo data to compare between buildings?

Start with the building’s details and tenant Q&A, then check any rated-building signal available. Finally, contact the building with a short list of questions about lease terms, costs at move-in, and what will be provided after approval.

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 the waterfront in Flatiron

Flatiron is a dense Manhattan area where renters often compare buildings block-by-block for transit access, street feel, and lease terms. This page focuses on good-cause buildings that Openigloo categorizes as near the waterfront. For Flatiron, rated buildings average 3.9/5 across 26 rated buildings. (building-level trends; individual units can differ)

Good cause buildings near the waterfront in Flatiron, with 56+ eligible buildings in this scope. This filter set focuses on tenant-protection rules tied to certain rent increase and renewal conditions, plus location near the waterfront. Openigloo helps you compare buildings with side-by-side details, rated-building signals (where available), and real tenant Q&A. Use the pages to verify what’s actually offered, then ask the building management about move-in terms, costs, and any paperwork requirements.

Showing 1–18 of 56 good cause buildings near the waterfront in Flatiron.

Good cause buildings near the waterfront in Flatiron

Good cause buildings near the waterfront in Flatiron

270 Park Avenue South

38 East 21 Street

20 East 17 Street

36 West 21 Street

33 Union Square West

27 East 20 Street

18 East 23 Street

39 East 19 Street

42 East 20 Street

23 W 16 St

43 West 21 Street

180 5 Avenue

10 East 16 Street

19 East 16 Street

33 West 16 Street

146 5 Avenue

39 West 16 Street

11 West 18 Street

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