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

It’s a tenant-protection category tied to limits on certain rent increases and non-renewals. It’s meant to help you focus on buildings that may be subject to those protections, but you should confirm how it applies to the specific lease you’re considering.

Why is the page filtered for the Q train?

The scope matches buildings near the Q train so you can optimize commute time. Use the map and then confirm walking time to your typical station entrance before applying.

How many buildings match these filters in Flatiron right now?

52+ buildings match the “good cause” + “Q train” scope in the Flatiron neighborhood on Openigloo (as of 2026-07-07).

Does Openigloo guarantee these buildings meet the tenant protections for every unit?

No. The filter helps narrow the search by category, but the protections can depend on the building’s situation and the lease you’re offered. Always ask the building or managing agent to confirm what applies to your exact unit and term.

What should I check before applying or signing?

Confirm current availability, review the lease terms closely (especially renewal language), ask how rent adjustments are handled, and verify any required documentation or timelines with the building or broker.

Where does the “rated buildings” information come from?

It’s based on renter-provided signals that Openigloo aggregates for rated buildings. Use it to compare patterns, then corroborate with the building directly for the current situation.

Which neighborhoods are trending in this scope?

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 Q train in Flatiron

Flatiron is a dense, commuter-heavy part of Manhattan, so proximity to the Q train often matters for day-to-day routines. On Openigloo, you can narrow to good cause buildings near the Q to reduce the time you spend sorting by fit. In Flatiron, 3.9/5 is the average building rating across 26 rated buildings (building-level trends; individual units can differ)

Good cause buildings near the Q train in Flatiron, with 52+ buildings currently matching this scope on Openigloo. This filter is designed for tenant protections tied to rent increases and renewals, not just a location convenience. Use Openigloo to compare buildings using rated building signals plus practical notes from renters. You can cross-check what the listing shows (like availability) against building-level details and ask questions before you commit to a lease.

Showing 1–18 of 52 good cause buildings near the Q train in Flatiron.

Good cause buildings near the Q train in Flatiron

Good cause buildings near the Q train 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

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

40 East 20 Street

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