What does “good cause” mean for renters in these Soho buildings?

It’s a tenant-protection filter that flags buildings tied to “good cause” rules around certain non-renewals and rent increases. Still, confirm how it applies to your exact unit and lease terms before signing.

What does “near-waterfront” include on Openigloo?

It’s a location-based filter for buildings that are near the waterfront within this page’s scope. Because “near” can vary by block, verify the actual route, noise, and wind/exposure conditions for the unit you’re considering.

How do I use Openigloo signals to compare 177+ building options?

Start with the building’s rated information, then cross-check reviews and tenant Q&A for recurring patterns (maintenance response, move-in experience, building rules). Use those signals to narrow to a smaller set to tour.

Should I expect the same rules for every apartment in the same building?

No. Lease terms, enforcement of building policies, and how protections apply can vary by unit and tenancy. Ask targeted questions about your specific unit category and upcoming lease timeline.

What questions should I ask before applying to a good cause building?

Ask what documentation they require, how renewals are handled, whether any special provisions apply to your unit, and what the process looks like if you need to extend or modify your lease.

Does “near-waterfront” mean there will be more noise or issues?

It can, but it’s not guaranteed. Look for building-specific comments in reviews and ask about street noise, odors, and how management handles water-related weather impacts on the property.

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 waterfront in Soho

Soho page scope focuses on finding buildings that fit your criteria in Manhattan’s SoHo neighborhood. Here, you can compare buildings that align with “good cause” tenant protections while also narrowing by a near-waterfront location. For quality signals, Soho has rated buildings with an average building rating of 3.5/5 across 39 rated buildings (building-level trends; individual units can differ)

Find buildings in Soho that match two filters: “good cause” tenant protections and “near-waterfront” location. You’re looking at 177+ buildings, so the next step is narrowing by layout, rent, and lease terms. Openigloo helps you compare options using ratings from rated buildings, plus building details you can verify before you apply. When you read reviews and tenant Q&A, you can sanity-check what matters day-to-day: maintenance response, move-in friction, and how rules are enforced at the building.

Showing 145–162 of 177 good cause buildings near the waterfront in Soho.

Good cause buildings near the waterfront in Soho

Good cause buildings near the waterfront in Soho

38 Mac Dougal Street

139 Thompson St

160 Prince Street

331 West Broadway

444 Broome Street

115 Sullivan Street

50 Mac Dougal Street

425 West Broadway

37 Wooster Street

63 Spring Street

103 Sullivan Street

159 Prince Street

146 Sullivan Street

52 Mac Dougal Street

176 Lafayette Street

79 Thompson Street

56 Mac Dougal Street

178 Lafayette Street

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