What does the “low-rent-increases” filter mean on this Midtown South page?

It’s a regulatory signal-based filter intended to surface buildings where rent increases are typically lower than you’d see elsewhere. Still, you should confirm the exact renewal terms and any unit-specific factors with the building.

How does the “near the R train” part of the search work?

It focuses the results on Midtown South buildings that are within a practical distance of the R train. Use the map on Openigloo to sanity-check your commute time based on the exact block.

Are the 26+ buildings all currently available for rent?

This page is scoped to building matches for the filters, with a live eligible count of 26+. Availability can change by unit, so check individual building pages for current apartments for rent.

What should I confirm before signing a lease for a building flagged by low rent increases?

Confirm renewal expectations, the lease start/end dates, and any written rules tied to rent adjustments. Also ask whether anything differs by unit, lease length, or prior tenancy.

Does Openigloo show only landlord-reported information?

No. Openigloo combines building-level signals with renter-first content like reviews and Q&A, so you can see consistent themes and ask follow-up questions.

If I care about move-in budget, what matters beyond the rent change signal?

The full monthly cost still matters. Confirm rent plus broker fees (if applicable), deposits, and which utilities you’ll pay so you can compare offers apples-to-apples.

Buildings with low rent increases near the R train in Midtown South

Midtown South in Manhattan is a focused search area for renters who want options near the R train. Use this page to compare buildings there that also match the low-rent-increases filter. Midtown South currently includes rated buildings with an average building rating of 4.0/5 (across 27 rated buildings) in Openigloo’s dataset. (building-level trends; individual units can differ)

Find buildings in Midtown South near the R train that match the low-rent-increases filter. Right now, there are 26+ eligible buildings, so you can narrow the search to options that fit your tolerance for rent changes. Openigloo helps you compare buildings with what renters actually report, plus open-data signals and building-level notes. Use the reviews and Q&A to check how policies show up in daily life, then confirm details directly with the management before you sign.

Showing 19–26 of 26 buildings with low rent increases near the R train in Midtown South.

Good cause

321 5 Avenue

4.6(2)

Midtown South

1 eviction

7 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

220 Madison Avenue

Midtown South

244 Madison Avenue

4.2(2)

Midtown South

No evictions

No open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

58 West 36 Street

4.2(2)

Midtown South

No evictions

2 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

18 East 33 Street

Midtown South

400 5 Avenue

4.5(1)

Midtown South

No evictions

No open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

60 West 42 Street

2.9(1)

Midtown South

No evictions

No open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

11 East 36 Street

Midtown South

What to check before choosing a building with low rent increases near the R train in Midtown South

Start with the R train proximity filter, then compare buildings that also meet the low-rent-increases criteria.
Read tenant Q&A for how rent changes were handled in practice, not just how they’re described.
Before applying, confirm the full monthly cost: rent plus any broker fee, required deposits, and which utilities are covered.
Verify lease terms in writing, including renewal timing and what documents are required for any rider or addendum.
If you’re sensitive to move-in costs, compare the building’s stated requirements early so you can budget the timeline.

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