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 19–36 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

40 East 20 Street

53 West 19 Street

5 West 16 Street

16 East 18 Street

22 East 22 Street

9 West 16 Street

876 Broadway

922 Broadway

36 East 22 Street

56 West 23 Street

30 West 18 Street

96 5 Avenue

77 West 15 Street

35W West 21 Street

55 West 14 Street

12 East 22 Street

20 East 22 Street

43 West 16 Street

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