Good cause buildings near the S44 bus in NYC

It’s a tenant-protection category intended to flag buildings with protections that can limit certain rent increases and certain non-renewals. Always confirm the details for the exact unit and lease terms you’re considering.

It limits results to buildings near the S44 bus travel area so your commute route is part of the search. Treat it as a proximity filter and still verify your actual door-to-door time.

Openigloo currently shows 360+ buildings that meet both the good cause filter and the S44-bus proximity criteria.

Not in every situation. It indicates certain protections, but eligibility and outcomes depend on the unit, lease type, and circumstances. Use reviews and tenant Q&A, and confirm directly with the building or managing agent.

Request the lease terms in writing, confirm the rent and what’s included, ask about deposits/fees, and clarify any move-in requirements (documentation, timing, and building policies that affect access).

No. They’re useful for narrowing down, but conditions can change. Tour if you can, ask specific questions, and verify anything important to your application.

Some building signals are derived from open records and other sources. Where you see a concern (or a missing detail), confirm it directly with the building since real-world conditions can lag.