What does “high tenant retention” mean on this page?

It’s a building-level signal based on tenant stay patterns associated with the building, used to surface places where residents tend to renew and remain. It’s not a promise for any specific unit or lease term.

What counts as “near transit” in this filter?

The page uses a proximity-based filter tied to transit access, highlighting buildings with relatively close walkability to subway/rail options. Exact walking routes and entrance locations can vary.

How is Openigloo helping me evaluate these buildings?

Openigloo consolidates renter-facing signals (including ratings where available) plus review context and tenant Q&A prompts, so you can compare buildings and ask targeted questions before you commit.

Does high retention mean the rent will be stable for my unit?

Not necessarily. Retention signals reflect overall patterns, but renewal terms, rent changes, and building policies still vary by lease, unit type, and timing. Always confirm the terms tied to the specific apartment you’re considering.

Are there any common issues to check when a building is near transit?

Yes: street noise, window insulation, foot traffic, and vibration can vary by block and unit orientation. Tour at the times you’d actually commute and verify how the building manages noise and maintenance.

What should I ask the leasing office before signing?

Ask about maintenance response, current move-in costs (fees/deposit/broker terms where applicable), utilities included, package handling, and any building rules that affect your routine.

How should I use this page if I’m comparing multiple buildings?

Start with the filters, then narrow by unit-specific factors: your commute route, layout and exposure, verified pricing/fees, and the building’s operational details reflected in reviews and tenant Q&A.

15 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Top rated

Rent-stabilized

2 Gold Street

4.5(101)

Financial District

1 eviction

2 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Top rated

Rent-stabilized

200 Water St

4.3(97)

Fulton/Seaport

6 evictions

2 open violations

No litigation history

Bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

3333 Broadway

Manhattanville

3 Hanover Street

4.3(58)

Financial District

15 evictions

1 open violation

No litigation history

Bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

20 Exchange Place

Financial District

151 East 31 Street

4.2(47)

Kips Bay

3 evictions

No open violations

No litigation history

Bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

10 Montieth Street

Bushwick

333 Schermerhorn Street

Downtown Brooklyn

606 West 57 Street

Hell's Kitchen

343 Gold Street

Downtown Brooklyn

What to check before for buildings with high tenant retention near transit in NYC

Filter meaning: “high-retention” prioritizes buildings where tenants tend to stay longer, and “near-transit” narrows to walkable subway/rail access.
Check commute assumptions: confirm the exact station entrance, typical walking time at your travel hour, and noise from nearby lines.
Don’t rely only on retention signals—verify unit availability, current rent, and lease terms for your specific layout.
Ask about building operations that affect day-to-day living: package handling, elevator reliability, maintenance response times.
Near-transit areas can have higher noise or foot traffic—tour at different times and bring a checklist for HVAC, windows, and street-facing exposure.
Confirm all costs beyond the rent: move-in fees, deposits, broker fees (if any), and what’s included for utilities.

Buildings with high tenant retention near transit in trending NYC neighborhoods

Edenwald

708 buildings

Bushwick

576 buildings

East Village

390 buildings

Lindenwood

342 buildings

Williamsburg

333 buildings

Crown Heights

271 buildings

Upper West Side

265 buildings

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