What does “high tenant retention” mean on Openigloo?

It’s a building-level signal based on renter turnover patterns visible in Openigloo’s data. The goal is to help you focus on buildings where tenants tend to stay longer—but it’s not a guarantee about any specific future tenant experience.

How does the “R-train” filter work for Midtown buildings?

The filter is meant to surface buildings that align with the R train in Midtown so your commute planning starts from the right transit corridor. Still, confirm the closest stop and walk time for the exact time of day you’ll travel.

How many buildings match these filters right now in Midtown?

Openigloo currently shows 43+ eligible buildings for Midtown under this filter pair.

Does high retention mean the building will approve me and offer the same terms as other tenants?

No. Retention is about patterns in the past; approvals and unit-specific terms are determined by the building and may vary by income, guarantor status, unit type, and availability.

What should I confirm before signing a lease even if the building looks like a good match?

Confirm move-in costs, deposits and required fees, utility responsibilities, lease renewal mechanics, and any building policies that affect daily routines (noise/building rules, package or access procedures, and maintenance timelines).

Is there any way these building signals could be outdated?

Yes. Policies, fees, and availability can change. Use Openigloo signals to shortlist, then ask for the building’s current rules, fee schedules, and lease language for the specific unit.

Which neighborhoods are trending in this Midtown 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.

Buildings with high tenant retention near the R train in Midtown

Midtown in Manhattan is a dense area where many renters prioritize commute access and stable day-to-day operations. On Openigloo, Midtown building pages let you compare building signals and renter feedback for the buildings you’re considering. For Midtown, rated buildings average 3.8/5 across 43 rated buildings (building-level trends; individual units can differ)

This page covers buildings in Midtown, Manhattan with high tenant retention and strong R-train access. Use the R train filter plus Openigloo’s high-retention signals to narrow to buildings where tenants tend to stay. On Openigloo, you can compare buildings using rated-building context and practical building-level notes, including what renters mention in reviews and any tenant Q&A. Use the page to shortlist buildings, then confirm details directly with the building or management before you sign a lease.

Showing 37–43 of 43 buildings with high tenant retention near the R train in Midtown.

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

56 West 56 Street

4.3(1)

Midtown

No evictions

No open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

12 East 49 Street

3.9(1)

Midtown

No evictions

No open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

52 W 56 St

2.9(1)

Midtown

1 eviction

No open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

660 5 Avenue

3.9(1)

Midtown

1 eviction

No open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

144 West 44 Street

4.9(1)

Midtown

No evictions

No open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

54 West 56 Street

Midtown

120 West 58 Street

Midtown

What to check before choosing a building with high tenant retention near the R train in Midtown

Shortlist buildings that match both filters: high tenant retention plus the R-train commute angle for Midtown.
Check the lease basics (term length, renewal timing, and any move-in requirements) since “retention” doesn’t control future approvals or renewals.
Verify current costs beyond base rent: ask about deposits, any move-in fees, and monthly add-ons (utilities or required services) for the exact unit.
Use rated-building context on Openigloo, then request the building’s most current policy documents (rules, building notices, and any procedures that affect day-to-day living).
If you’re relying on transit convenience, confirm the closest station exits and realistic walk time at the hours you’ll commute.

Nearby neighborhoods in Manhattan

East Village

193 buildings

Hell's Kitchen

150 buildings

Greenwich Village

76 buildings

Lenox Hill

63 buildings

Gramercy Park

55 buildings

Kips Bay

55 buildings

More filters for buildings with high tenant retention near the R train in Midtown

Buildings with low open violation rates near the R train in Midtown

82 buildings

Buildings with low rent increases near the R train in Midtown

43 buildings

Buildings recommended by renters near the R train in Midtown

31 buildings

Buildings highly rated for trash management near the R train in Midtown

27 buildings

Buildings highly rated for heat near the R train in Midtown

25 buildings

Buildings highly rated for cleanliness near the R train in Midtown

25 buildings

Buildings highly rated for pest control near the R train in Midtown

24 buildings

Buildings highly rated for water pressure near the R train in Midtown

23 buildings

Buildings with low historical violations near the R train in Midtown

17 buildings

Buildings highly rated for owner responsiveness near the R train in Midtown

16 buildings

Buildings with heat and hot water included near the R train in Midtown

15 buildings

Buildings that accept digital rent payments near the R train in Midtown

14 buildings

Other building filters

Buildings without rodents in Midtown

346 buildings

Buildings without bedbugs in Midtown

342 buildings

Buildings with low litigation rates in Midtown

149 buildings

Buildings with low eviction rates in Midtown

148 buildings

Buildings with low open violation rates in Midtown

82 buildings

Buildings with low rent increases in Midtown

43 buildings

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

Brooklyn

467 buildings

Queens

261 buildings

Buildings with high tenant retention near the R train in Midtown