What does “high-retention” mean on this page for Forest Hills buildings?

On Openigloo, “high-retention” is a filter meant to flag buildings where tenants tend to stay for longer periods. It’s a useful signal, but it doesn’t replace confirming current conditions with the building.

What does “near-transit” cover here?

“Near-transit” narrows to buildings that are close to transit options in Forest Hills. Always verify the specific line and walking route you would use most days.

How many Forest Hills buildings match this multi-filter pair right now?

There are 41+ matching buildings shown on this page (as of 2026-07-07).

How should I use Openigloo ratings and tenant Q&A when comparing buildings?

Use them to find patterns across rated buildings and recurring themes in tenant Q&A, then validate the details that matter to you (repairs, communication, move-in logistics) with the building directly.

Does high tenant retention mean there are no issues or fee surprises?

No. Even in higher-retention buildings, fees, deposits, and utility responsibilities can still vary. Review the lease and ask for the full cost breakdown before signing.

Which neighborhoods are trending in this scope right now?

Hunters Point with 2,110+ buildings; Ridgewood with 3,826+ buildings; Sunnyside with 1,960+ buildings; Ditmars-Steinway with 2,222+ buildings; Jamaica with 2,503+ buildings.

What should I confirm before committing to a lease in a near-transit building?

Confirm noise levels and building access details, check current elevator and maintenance practices, and make sure the commute route you’ll actually take aligns with your daily schedule.

Buildings with high tenant retention near transit in Forest Hills

Forest Hills is a Queens neighborhood where renters often weigh commute convenience alongside building management details. This page focuses on Forest Hills buildings that match the “high-retention + near-transit” pairing. In Forest Hills, rated buildings have an average building rating of 3.4/5 across 25 rated buildings (building-level trends; individual units can differ)

Openigloo’s Buildings landing page for Forest Hills, Queens, shows 41+ buildings that match the pair “high-retention + near-transit.” Use it to focus your search on buildings where tenants tend to stay longer, while keeping commuting time in mind. Openigloo helps you narrow faster with building-level signals, including what rated buildings say and the practical details you’ll need before you sign. You can also cross-check Openigloo’s tenant Q&A and open-data signals, then confirm current conditions directly with the building.

Showing 37–41 of 41 buildings with high tenant retention near transit in Forest Hills.

63-08 Grand Central Parkway

Forest Hills

76-35 Austin Street

Forest Hills

67-76 Booth Street

Forest Hills

72-36 112 Street

2.5(1)

Forest Hills

1 eviction

1 open violation

No litigation history

Bedbug history

Good cause

110-25 72 Drive

3.8(1)

Forest Hills

No evictions

No open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

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

Confirm “near-transit” matches your commute by checking the closest stops and walking time at your arrival hour, not just distance.
Use “high-retention” as a starting signal: read what rated buildings mention about upkeep, response times, and move-in stability.
Before applying, verify the full monthly cost (rent plus any required fees, deposits, and expected utilities) and the exact lease terms.
Ask about transit-adjacent tradeoffs: street noise, elevator reliability, and whether building access feels secure at night.
If you’re sensitive to documentation timing, request the building’s application checklist early (income docs, ID, references) so you don’t lose time during lease turnover.

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More filters for buildings with high tenant retention near transit in Forest Hills

Buildings with low open violation rates near transit in Forest Hills

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Buildings with low rent increases near transit in Forest Hills

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Buildings with low historical violations near transit in Forest Hills

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Buildings highly rated for cleanliness near transit in Forest Hills

16 buildings

Buildings highly rated for water pressure near transit in Forest Hills

14 buildings

Buildings highly rated for trash management near transit in Forest Hills

13 buildings

Buildings recommended by renters near transit in Forest Hills

13 buildings

Buildings highly rated for owner responsiveness near transit in Forest Hills

13 buildings

Buildings highly rated for heat near transit in Forest Hills

12 buildings

Buildings highly rated for pest control near transit in Forest Hills

12 buildings

Buildings with heat and hot water included near transit in Forest Hills

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Other building filters

Buildings without bedbugs in Forest Hills

683 buildings

Buildings without rodents in Forest Hills

673 buildings

Buildings with low eviction rates in Forest Hills

572 buildings

Buildings with low litigation rates in Forest Hills

559 buildings

Buildings with low open violation rates in Forest Hills

271 buildings

Buildings with low rent increases in Forest Hills

33 buildings

Buildings with high tenant retention near transit in other NYC boroughs

Brooklyn

3,591 buildings

Manhattan

3,555 buildings

Staten Island

1,310 buildings

Bronx

1,040 buildings

Buildings with high tenant retention near transit in Forest Hills