What does “high-retention” mean on Openigloo?

It’s a tenant-retention signal derived from Openigloo’s building-level data. Use it as a reason to investigate further, not as a guarantee about any specific unit.

How should I use the “M-train” part of the filter?

Treat it as “M train access” in the Long Island City area. Still, check the building’s exact walking time and which station entrance you’ll use for your commute.

How many buildings match these filters right now?

There are 24+ eligible buildings in Long Island City, Queens that match the high-retention + M-train filter pair.

Is the building rating based on my specific unit or lease type?

No. The rating shown is for rated buildings in the neighborhood (3.9/5 across 23 rated buildings). Individual units can differ by floor plan, condition, and how management handles requests.

What should I confirm before signing a lease near the M train?

Confirm transit-related concerns (noise, late-night foot traffic, and whether windows face the street), and confirm how maintenance requests are handled. Also verify any fees and deposits so your full monthly cost is clear.

Can I assume high retention means the building will be affordable for my budget?

Not automatically. Retention can point to tenant satisfaction, but rents and move-in costs still vary by unit. Ask about the total move-in requirements and recurring charges.

Which neighborhoods are trending right now in this scope?

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

Buildings with high tenant retention near the M train in Long Island City

Long Island City in Queens is a common target for renters who want quick access to subway options, including routes that pass through the M train corridor. On Openigloo, this page focuses on nearby buildings where tenant retention is high. In Long Island City, rated buildings average 3.9/5 (across 23 rated buildings). (building-level trends; individual units can differ)

This page covers buildings in Long Island City, Queens with high tenant retention near the M train. You can start with 24+ eligible buildings and then narrow by the multi-filter pair: high-retention + M-train. Openigloo helps you compare before you tour by pairing building-level signals with renter-used details. Use ratings from rated buildings in the area, check what tenants mention, and review the same facts you will ask about on a viewing—then confirm anything important with the building directly.

Showing 19–24 of 24 buildings with high tenant retention near the M train in Long Island City.

Rent-stabilized

32-04 38 Avenue

3.9(1)

Long Island City

No evictions

2 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

39-40 30 Street

4.4(1)

Long Island City

No evictions

6 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

41-10 29 Street

1.0(1)

Long Island City

1 eviction

1 open violation

No litigation history

No bedbug history

31-14 36 Avenue

3.8(1)

Long Island City

No evictions

No open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

595 Main Street

Long Island City

40-05 Crescent Street

4.4(1)

Long Island City

3 evictions

9 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

What to check before choosing a building with high tenant retention near the M train in Long Island City

Start by filtering for high tenant retention, then verify how close each building is to the M train in your exact commute direction.
Check the lease terms and renewal language with management, especially if you are planning a longer stay or need flexibility.
Use Openigloo’s building rating (3.9/5 across 23 rated buildings) as a quick read, then open the tenant Q&A to see what people report about daily operations.
Confirm the full monthly cost beyond rent (fees, deposits, and any recurring charges) because the retention signal does not control what you pay.
If you rely on transit access, confirm the safest walking path and timing from the building entrance to the station during your typical hours.

Nearby neighborhoods in Queens

Ridgewood

109 buildings

Astoria

106 buildings

Elmhurst

32 buildings

Forest Hills

28 buildings

Woodside

23 buildings

Rego Park

17 buildings

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Buildings with low open violation rates near the M train in Long Island City

63 buildings

Buildings with low rent increases near the M train in Long Island City

24 buildings

Buildings highly rated for trash management near the M train in Long Island City

16 buildings

Buildings recommended by renters near the M train in Long Island City

15 buildings

Buildings highly rated for water pressure near the M train in Long Island City

15 buildings

Buildings highly rated for pest control near the M train in Long Island City

14 buildings

Buildings that accept digital rent payments near the M train in Long Island City

13 buildings

Buildings highly rated for owner responsiveness near the M train in Long Island City

13 buildings

Buildings highly rated for cleanliness near the M train in Long Island City

12 buildings

Buildings highly rated for heat near the M train in Long Island City

11 buildings

Buildings with heat and hot water included near the M train in Long Island City

9 buildings

Other building filters

Buildings without bedbugs in Long Island City

365 buildings

Buildings without rodents in Long Island City

350 buildings

Buildings with low litigation rates in Long Island City

212 buildings

Buildings with low eviction rates in Long Island City

205 buildings

Buildings with low open violation rates in Long Island City

63 buildings

Buildings with low rent increases in Long Island City

25 buildings

Buildings with high tenant retention near the M train in other NYC boroughs

Manhattan

1,033 buildings

Brooklyn

727 buildings

Buildings with high tenant retention near the M train in Long Island City