Openigloo NYC Apartment Finder

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Last verified 5 Aug 2026

4.6 3178 ratings · App Store

1. 5/5This app saved us thousands of dollars a month!

   We learned of a renters law that we had no idea about and sure enough our landlord was attempting something in the article. Well we looked up the law in our state, brought it up after receiving a 30% increase renewal and then silence for weeks. We thought we were doomed, and we figured they would find some loophole. Well the next email we received had the appropriate increase, saved us thousands a month from an insane increase. This app could be so useful and so needed after covid, but needs to get information from real renters, not just leasing brokers. The truth needs to be known so our cities can recover and tenants can stop being taken advantage of. We can reward the good landlords and empty out the ones taking advantage of us. Thank you!!! Please keep finding the truth and getting helpful information into the hands of regular people and ask for reviews so more renters have helpful information!

   LaLaNYC714 · 5 Aug 2026

2. 5/5Thank God for This App

   We gotta thank Instagram for all of its ads because I’m so impressed with the quality of products I’m finding. This app is one. As a 23 year old who has had to move over 45 times in life, the one thing I would’ve appreciated having is genuine reviews of property AND neighborhood. Over 20 of those 45 properties were Airbnb units, and let’s be honest, none are true to reality. Most places I’ve lived in were infested with bugs and mold but not one review ever noted it. The owner can always claim I’m lying on the reviews then the case is closed. And of course the other factor of neighborhood — something that most people don’t think to review about. Apps like this one is the reason we can get truthful reviews. I’m excited to leave reviews for all 45+ places I’ve lived in (if I remember the exact address) because people deserve to know the truth about the neighbors, neighborhood, the property itself, and other important factors in enjoying a temporary or long-term stay. Edit Upon More Use: what would be nice is if the app lets us label the place we were living in (e.g. rented off Airbnb, college dorm, etc) and allowing us to provide a description. It’d add context to the pros and cons.

   Ducky Ducky Quack Rachel · 5 Aug 2026

3. 5/5Love That This Exists—- finally!!!!

   Openigloo is amazing. It’s such a fantastic resource to help find the ideal, safe, comfortable, best places to live. I also love that they help tenants know about their rights - tenants have soooo many rights that get trampled on or go unknown and this resource is helping to educate and exercise these rights! After everything, it’s also great to see that there are actually some good landlords out there - they do exist! Tenants should not have to endure poor treatment, neglect or any unfairness. This app and resource is really important and I can’t wait to see it expand to other cities as well. It helps make life better.

   RockinLove · 5 Aug 2026

4. 2/5Future listing feature relies on AI Predictability, not verified unit availability/information

   As the title indicates, Openigloo is yet another app now relying on data pooling from rental history for lease expirations to “predict” when units will go on the market. It’s being advertised as a method for you to get ahead and plan for your anticipated move-in date (if beyond the typical 30 days out), but in reality there is no verified postings, lease expirations, or unit information on these listings that confirm unit availability; furthermore, the app artificially manufactures “scheduled viewing” windows to offer you, when in reality you’re simply messaging with their chatbot and never fulfill any tours or further conversation. It’s just a gimmick and not a productive means of “getting ahead” on your apartment search as advertised. It’s unfortunate because in theory this would be an extraordinarily helpful tool, so long as it was actually executed in a meaningful way.

   NRM2000 · 5 Aug 2026

5. 4/5So close to five stars...

   This app is great especially here in NYC since so many landlords are horrible & can create a horrible living experience as well put you in harms way for their neglectful incompetence. OpenIgloo is weird name for the app it doesn’t really tell you right away it’s a review app for apartments. Sounds like cold weather vacations bookings more than anything & it does not catchy & easily forgettable. ( I can help re brand it) Features that should be included: • Pictures / Videos (reviews can be misleading and or false) this feature would help the reviewer more credibility. I personally have videos and pictures that would go with the violations given by HPD giving the full view as to current status of that complaint. Users that upload Photos / Videos should be reminded to update if the complaint has been or has not been resolved with new pictures / videos. • Whether the property has rent regulated apartments, rent controlled units. Whether they have been converted recently (which could possibly mean the unit was converted illegally) • Current or most recently rent price listed, this will help show illegally converted rent controlled units. The tenant can bring a case to housing court & get some justice. • Listing the building current financial background. The information is publicly found on (ACRIS). It will answer the following questions; Those the building currently have a mortgage? Is the mortgage federally backed (properties supported by HUD, USDA, and Treasury (Low Income Housing Tax Credit), and properties with federally-backed mortgages (e.g., FHA, Fannie Mae, and Freddie Mac). Finding legal aid and or FAQ section with common legal questions answers. Those are the few things that could make a world of a difference!

   CallMeBigApe · 5 Aug 2026

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