What does the “good cause” filter mean for buildings on Openigloo?

It’s a tenant-protection category. In this view, Openigloo focuses your search on buildings aligned with “good cause” rules around certain non-renewals and limits tied to specific rent-change and renewal scenarios. Still, you should confirm how those rules apply to your lease situation with the building or landlord.

How does “near waterfront” work on this page?

It’s a location filter that targets buildings in the Upper West Side area close to the waterfront. Because it’s distance-based, double-check the exact address and the walk or transit time you’d expect day to day.

Are these good cause buildings required to offer more favorable lease renewals for every tenant?

Not necessarily in a one-size-fits-all way. Good cause rules are about categories and conditions; the practical outcome can depend on your lease, unit, and circumstances. Treat the filter as a starting point, then ask targeted questions before applying or signing.

What should I verify before applying to a building that matches both filters?

Confirm availability and unit details (bed/bath, price, move-in date), then verify current renewal and rent-increase expectations for your scenario. Also ask about any fees, deposit amounts, and utilities arrangements that affect your full monthly cost.

Where do the signals on Openigloo come from?

Openigloo combines renter-relevant inputs (like tenant Q&A and ratings) with open-data signals presented on each building page. The filter gets you to the right set of buildings, but building-specific policies still should be confirmed with the landlord.

Does “near waterfront” also tell me about noise, wind, or building conditions?

No. Location proximity doesn’t automatically predict day-to-day conditions for your specific unit. Use the building page info and questions to ask about noise, ventilation, common-area conditions, and any maintenance patterns.

Which neighborhoods are trending right now?

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 Upper West Side

Upper West Side is a dense Manhattan neighborhood with a wide mix of rental buildings, and this Openigloo scope pulls 494+ eligible buildings that match your chosen criteria (good cause and near-waterfront). Renter feedback is captured as an average building rating of 3.6/5 across 256 rated buildings (building-level trends; individual units can differ)

Good cause buildings near the waterfront in Upper West Side, with 494+ buildings currently matching the filters. If you want extra tenant protections tied to lease renewals and certain rent increase paths, this is a practical place to start. On Openigloo, you can compare buildings side-by-side using what renters share (reviews and tenant Q&A) plus open-data signals surfaced on each building page. Use the filters and then verify the details that matter for your move-in, like current apartment availability and any building-specific rules.

Showing 145–162 of 494 good cause buildings near the waterfront in Upper West Side.

Good cause buildings near the waterfront in Upper West Side

Good cause buildings near the waterfront in Upper West Side

116 West 81 Street

168 West 77 Street

53 West 73 Street

149 West 75 Street

57 West 82 Street

143 West 81 Street

153 West 78 Street

40 W 73 St

121 West 82 Street

231 West 74 Street

106 West 76 Street

108 West 73 Street

201 West 80 Street

207 West 80 Street

155 West 81 Street

170 West 77 Street

52 West 75 Street

11A West 84 Street

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