What does “good cause” mean on this page?

It’s the tenant-protection regulatory category. In practice, buildings in this category have rules that can limit certain rent increases and non-renewals compared with less protected setups, but the exact impact depends on your lease and unit.

Does “near the Q5 bus” mean the building is on the same block?

Not necessarily. It means the building is within the Q5-focused area used by Openigloo. You should confirm walking time and the nearest stop for your daily routine.

How many buildings match these filters right now?

Openigloo shows 326+ buildings that match the good-cause + Q5 bus filters as of 2026-07-07.

Is a “good cause” building automatically cheaper or easier to renew?

Not automatically. Good-cause protections address certain renewal and increase scenarios, but unit pricing, lease terms, and concessions still vary by building and apartment type.

What should I check before signing, even if it’s a good-cause building?

Ask the building about unit-specific renewal terms, any special clauses, move-in costs, and how maintenance requests are handled. Also confirm how rules are applied in practice for your unit type.

Where do Openigloo signals come from?

Openigloo combines renter-supplied feedback (reviews and tenant Q&A) with open-data style building signals. Treat them as helpful context and verify all final details with the building directly.

Should I contact the building even if I found good reviews?

Yes. Reviews are a strong starting point, but policies and operations can change. Confirm current availability, fees, and any documentation requirements for your application.

Good cause buildings near the Q5 bus in NYC

Find good-cause buildings near the Q5 bus in NYC. This page covers 326+ buildings that match both the transit-area focus and the “good cause” tenant-protection filter. Openigloo helps you compare buildings with renter-first signals: building reviews, open-data indicators, and tenant Q&A gathered in one place. Use the filters to narrow the search, then verify details directly with each building before signing a lease.

Showing 181–198 of 326 good cause buildings near the Q5 bus in NYC.

Good cause buildings near the Q5 bus in NYC

Good cause buildings near the Q5 bus in NYC

108-12 159 Street

216-23 136 Road

110-33 160 Street

119-50 Smith Street

159-05 109 Avenue

257-49 147 Road

106-50 159 Street

105-15 171 Street

253-08 Francis Lewis Boulevard

107-57 157 Street

217-16 136 Avenue

162-20 108 Avenue

95-38 150 Street

120-71 167 Street

107-30 Guy R Brewer Boulevard

147-47 Hook Creek Boulevard

122-26 Nellis Street

218-08 121 Avenue

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