Buildings with rent-stabilized apartments near the W train in NYC

It means the buildings shown are grouped under the rent-stabilized regulatory category. You’ll still want to verify the specific unit’s status, renewal terms, and how increases are handled for the exact apartment you’re considering.

It’s a location scope filter tied to the W train corridor/area. “Near” can still vary by a few blocks, so confirm walk time and your exact route from the listing or building location.

Openigloo shows 4,867+ buildings that match rent-stabilized and the W train scope as of 2026-07-07.

No. Openigloo is useful for spotting patterns and asking better questions, but you should still confirm key lease terms (status, renewal, fees, utilities, and any restrictions) with the managing agent in writing.

Ask about the unit’s legal status, renewal timeline (if applicable), how rent adjustments are described for that lease, and any building policies that can affect move-in (application requirements, deposits, and documentation).

Yes. Building-wide grouping doesn’t guarantee every unit has the same circumstances. Make sure your specific unit’s details are confirmed during the tour and before paperwork is finalized.

Filter matches help narrow the search, but availability and unit-specific terms can change quickly. Treat the building page as a starting point and verify the exact terms for the apartment you’re offered.