What does “good-cause” mean on this building page?

It’s a category that flags buildings where tenant protections around certain rent increases and non-renewals are a key factor. Still, the exact lease terms vary by building, so confirm the details directly with management.

What does “near colleges” mean for Midtown South listings?

The filter is meant to surface buildings in the Midtown South area that are close to college locations. Distance and commute time can differ a lot by route, so confirm the travel time to your specific campus.

How many good-cause + near-colleges buildings are in Midtown South on Openigloo?

There are 22+ eligible buildings shown in this filter scope for Midtown South.

Are these good-cause protections the same as rent being affordable?

Not necessarily. “Good-cause” relates to tenancy protections; the rent level and total move-in cost depend on the specific apartment and building. You should compare the full monthly picture (not just the asking rent).

What should I ask before I apply, even if the building matches both filters?

Ask about lease renewal language, any paperwork/deposit requirements, move-in timing, and whether there are building-specific rules that could affect your plan. Review and open-data signals help, but they don’t replace a direct confirmation.

Does “near colleges” guarantee a student-friendly building?

No. The filter is about proximity, not about occupancy rules. Confirm policies that could matter to you (guarantors, lease start dates, visitor rules, or other documentation).

Which neighborhoods are trending right now 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 colleges in Midtown South

Midtown South in Manhattan is where you’ll find 4.0/5 average building rating across 27 rated buildings. This page focuses on good-cause buildings near colleges, so you can compare building-level factors that may affect your tenancy. If you’re using Openigloo to shortlist, start by reviewing the rated buildings signal (avg_building_rating 4.0/5 across 27 rated buildings) and then verify lease details directly with the building for your specific unit (building-level trends; individual units can differ)

Find good-cause buildings near colleges in Midtown South. Openigloo shows 22+ eligible buildings so you can compare commute, building rules, and what to expect from lease protections. Use Openigloo’s building pages to narrow fast with filter signals and then verify the details that matter to you: the current availability, any restrictions, and what tenants report. You can also use the site’s review information and open-data indicators to ask better questions before you sign.

Showing 1–18 of 22 good cause buildings near colleges in Midtown South.

Good cause buildings near colleges in Midtown South

Good cause buildings near colleges in Midtown South

9 East 36 Street

43 West 39 Street

41 West 35 Street

238 Madison Avenue

49 West 39 Street

50 West 34 Street

980 6 Ave

488 7 Avenue

7 East 32 Street

885 Avenue Of The Americas

35-39 W 33 St

309 5 Ave

408 8 Avenue

15 East 36 Street

1269 Broadway

1015 6 Avenue

9 West 32 Street

404 8 Avenue

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