What does “rent-stabilized” mean on Openigloo for Long Island City buildings near the R train?

It means the building/unit is categorized under the rent-stabilized regulatory category. Since unit availability changes, always confirm the exact unit’s status and renewal terms with the building before signing.

How does the “R-train” part of the filter work?

The filter is designed to surface buildings in Long Island City that are near the R train corridor. Still, walking time and access vary by exact address, so verify the route and station entrance for your daily commute.

Are these buildings only for people with specific income or subsidy programs?

No. This filter is about the rent-stabilized regulatory category, not income-restricted housing and not subsidy programs like Section 8 or NYCHA.

What should I ask about before applying for a rent-stabilized apartment?

Ask how the building determines eligibility for rent-stabilized units, whether the unit is available as shown, what paperwork is required, and what renewal process or lease rules apply to your specific unit.

Does “near the R train” guarantee a quieter or more convenient commute?

No. It’s a location-based filter, not a guarantee about street noise, building set-backs, or elevator/logistics. Confirm with the building and, if possible, plan a test walk during your typical travel hours.

Where do building ratings and signals come from?

Openigloo’s building pages include rated-building information and tenant Q&A themes. Use these as a starting point, then confirm any time-sensitive details directly with management.

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; Forest Hills with 1,363+ buildings.

Buildings with rent-stabilized apartments near the R train in Long Island City

Long Island City in Queens is a common target for renters who want access to multiple subway lines and neighborhoods in a short trip, and this Openigloo page focuses on R-train convenience plus rent-stabilized buildings. In this area, rated buildings average 3.9/5 across 23 rated buildings, which can help you screen for how buildings are showing up in tenant conversations and building pages (building-level trends; individual units can differ)

Find buildings with rent-stabilized apartments near the R train in Long Island City, Queens. This page covers 88+ buildings that match the R-train + rent-stabilized filter pair. Openigloo helps you narrow faster by combining live building matches, rated-building signals (3.9/5 across 23 rated buildings), and practical tenant-focused info like what people mention and the questions renters ask. Use the building pages to verify the details that matter for your lease, utilities, and move-in timing.

Showing 37–54 of 88 buildings with rent-stabilized apartments near the R train in Long Island City.

Buildings with rent-stabilized apartments near the R train in Long Island City

Buildings with rent-stabilized apartments near the R train in Long Island City

36-54 35 Street

36-45 30 Street

28-17 38 Avenue

36-30 31 Street

29-22 Northern Boulevard

41-42 24 St

30-02 39 Ave

29-59 Northern Blvd

4134 Crescent St

41-17 Crescent Street

41-21 28 St

4107 Crescent St

41-22 24 Street

3710 Crescent Street

41-15 23 Street

23-01 41 Avenue

41-18 Crescent Street

29-11 Queens Plaza North

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