What does “high-retention” mean on Openigloo?

It’s a tenant-retention signal derived from building history reflected in Openigloo’s data. It indicates tenants tend to stay longer, but it does not predict whether a specific unit will be available or whether conditions are the same today.

How does the “J train” filter work?

It scopes matched buildings to the Manhattan J-line area used by Openigloo’s building-to-transit mapping. Exact walk time varies by block, so confirm distance from the station(s) you’ll use.

Does high tenant retention mean rent will be affordable for my budget?

Not necessarily. Retention focuses on tenant staying behavior, not on the absolute rent level. Use the page’s building details and any asking-rent data you see for your target move-in date.

Are the signals and reviews enough to decide without visiting?

They help you shortlist, but you still need to verify current conditions directly with the leasing office. Pay special attention to upkeep, security, and how issues are handled, since reports can lag real-time changes.

What should I ask the leasing office before I sign?

Ask about total move-in costs, lease length and renewal terms, rent-change expectations, and any building rules that apply to your unit (pets, utilities included, laundry access, and visitor policies).

How do I handle situations where the building is not the same as older feedback?

Look for the most recent notes first and compare them with open-data signals shown in the building profile. If feedback mentions recurring issues, ask what has changed and what the current process is.

Which neighborhoods are trending 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.

8 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

165 Broome Street

4.0(1)

Chinatown

No evictions

4 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

121 Elizabeth Street

Little Italy

13 Monroe Street

2.0(1)

Two Bridges

No evictions

4 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

153 Stanton Street

4.4(1)

Lower East Side

No evictions

No open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

52 Kenmare Street

Nolita

What to check before choosing a building with high tenant retention near the J train in Manhattan

Use the filters to compare buildings along the J train corridor and then read tenant Q&A for patterns (noise, responsiveness, package handling).
Confirm the details that affect your monthly cost beyond rent: move-in fees, deposit requirements, and any upfront charges tied to your lease.
Check lease terms early (renewal language, any conditions for rent changes, and how long tenants typically stay). High retention is a signal, not a guarantee for any specific unit.
Ask about building rules that commonly change by property: pets, laundry access, bike storage, and visitor policies.
Review recent maintenance and management notes in renter feedback, and cross-check with any available open records signals shown on Openigloo.

Buildings with high tenant retention near the J train in trending Manhattan neighborhoods

Lower East Side

131 buildings

East Village

92 buildings

Nolita

46 buildings

Chinatown

37 buildings

Financial District

35 buildings

Two Bridges

31 buildings

Little Italy

26 buildings

More filters for buildings with high tenant retention near the J train in Manhattan

Buildings with low open violation rates near the J train in Manhattan

957 buildings

Buildings with low rent increases near the J train in Manhattan

455 buildings

Buildings recommended by renters near the J train in Manhattan

284 buildings

Buildings highly rated for trash management near the J train in Manhattan

280 buildings

Buildings highly rated for water pressure near the J train in Manhattan

273 buildings

Buildings highly rated for cleanliness near the J train in Manhattan

261 buildings

Buildings highly rated for pest control near the J train in Manhattan

259 buildings

Buildings highly rated for owner responsiveness near the J train in Manhattan

247 buildings

Buildings highly rated for heat near the J train in Manhattan

241 buildings

Buildings that accept digital rent payments near the J train in Manhattan

177 buildings

Buildings with low historical violations near the J train in Manhattan

163 buildings

Buildings with heat and hot water included near the J train in Manhattan

154 buildings

Other building filters

Buildings without bedbugs in Manhattan

25,786 buildings

Buildings without rodents in Manhattan

23,066 buildings

Buildings with low eviction rates in Manhattan

19,650 buildings

Buildings with low litigation rates in Manhattan

19,118 buildings

Buildings with low open violation rates in Manhattan

9,644 buildings

Buildings with low rent increases in Manhattan

3,853 buildings

Buildings with high tenant retention near the J train in other NYC boroughs

Brooklyn

751 buildings

Queens

29 buildings

Buildings with high tenant retention near the J train in Manhattan