Buildings with rent-stabilized apartments near the Q88 bus in Fresh Meadows

It means the building is in the rent-stabilized regulatory category (with rent-setting rules and renewal protections that apply to eligible tenants). Policies can vary by building, so confirm details with management for the specific unit you’re considering.

Openigloo lets you compare buildings in one place and use signals like renter Q&A and review information to guide which buildings to tour. You should still verify the specifics of any unit with the building directly.

No. “Near” depends on the building’s location relative to the route. Before you commit, confirm the nearest stop and estimate the walk for your typical times.

Ask about application/screening steps, what documents are required, how renewals work for current tenants, and any building-specific procedures that affect move-in timing.

Not always. Even for rent-stabilized apartments, buildings can have different requirements for deposits, move-in costs, and ongoing charges. Request the full cost breakdown for the specific unit.

They reflect what renters report, but experiences can differ by unit and time. Use them to form questions, then confirm details with the building management for the unit you want.

Hunters Point with 2,110+ buildings; Ridgewood with 3,826+ buildings; Sunnyside with 1,960+ buildings; Ditmars-Steinway with 2,222+ buildings; Forest Hills with 1,363+ buildings.