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

It’s a tenant-protection category tied to rules that limit certain rent increases and non-renewals. Policies can still vary by situation, so you should confirm the renewal and rent-change terms for the exact unit you’re considering.

How does the “near the R train” part work here?

It focuses your building search on Midtown South locations along the R train corridor, so you can prioritize commute convenience. Always verify the closest station entrance and your typical walking route.

Are these buildings currently available for move-in?

This page is scoped to the filters (good-cause + R train + Midtown South). Availability can change unit to unit, so check the specific building cards for current apartment availability on Openigloo.

What should I ask before signing for a unit in a good-cause building?

Ask how renewal requests are handled, how rent-change provisions apply under your lease, and what scenarios could affect renewal. Get the answers in writing if possible.

Do Openigloo reviews and Q&A replace a conversation with building management?

No. Use Openigloo to shortlist and compare, then contact management or the leasing office to confirm unit-specific details (lease terms, fees, and any policy exceptions).

Is there a risk that protections or building conditions differ from what online sources show?

Yes. Published categories and open-data signals can lag day-to-day operations. For anything critical—renewal timelines, rent-change rules, and maintenance—confirm directly with the building.

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 the R train in Midtown South

Midtown South is a dense, transit-forward area in Manhattan, and this page surfaces good-cause buildings near the R train. If you’re prioritizing tenant protections and commute context, it’s a focused way to compare options without widening to all of Manhattan. For building quality signals, Midtown South currently shows an average rating of 4.0/5 across 27 rated buildings (building-level trends; individual units can differ)

Good cause buildings near the R train in Midtown South, Manhattan: 22+ eligible buildings you can explore on Openigloo. Use this page to narrow by tenant-protection standards (good cause) and location along the R train. Openigloo helps you compare buildings with clear signals: building-level details, maps and transit context, and renter-first information pulled from available reviews and building Q&A. When you find a building you like, confirm the actual lease terms and any rent-change history directly with the management team before you sign.

Showing 1–18 of 22 good cause buildings near the R train in Midtown South.

Good cause buildings near the R train in Midtown South

Good cause buildings near the R train 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

66 West 37 Street

488 7 Avenue

7 East 32 Street

885 6 Ave

35 West 33 Street

309 5 Ave

408 8 Avenue

15 East 36 Street

886 Avenue Of The Americas

1015 6 Avenue

9 West 32 Street

404 8 Avenue

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