Question 1

How can I find rent-stabilized apartments in NYC on a map?

Accepted Answer

Leaseswap aggregates rent-stabilized listings from StreetEasy, LeaseBreak, NYBits, and Reddit and plots them on an interactive NYC map. Each pin shows the monthly rent; filters separate rent-stabilized units from lease takeovers and the most underpriced deals. Approximately one million NYC apartments are rent-stabilized under New York State law.

Question 2

What qualifies an apartment as rent-stabilized in NYC?

Accepted Answer

An apartment is rent-stabilized if it is in a building with six or more units built before 1974, or in a newer building receiving tax benefits like 421-a or J-51. Rent increases are capped annually by the NYC Rent Guidelines Board — 3% for one-year leases and 2.75% plus 3.20% for two-year leases in the 2024–2025 cycle. Tenants have an automatic right to lease renewal.

Question 3

Is the Leaseswap map updated in real time?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Leaseswap ingests new listings from StreetEasy, LeaseBreak, NYBits, and Reddit continuously and refreshes the map with each mode selection. Active listings only; sold and rented apartments drop off automatically.