1-bedroom apartments for rent in top rated buildings in Chelsea

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There are 14 1-bedroom apartments for rent in top rated buildings in Chelsea, Manhattan right now.

The median rent is $6,276, which gives you a quick benchmark for 1-bedroom budget planning in this scope.

Chelsea’s most common bedroom types are 1-bedrooms and studios, so asking rents can move quickly when smaller units come on the market. Compare the rent to your total monthly cost and not just the headline price.

Ask about broker fees, deposits, utilities, move-in charges, and any lease rules tied to the building. A top rated building can still have strict application requirements or added costs.

Check nearby areas like Hell's Kitchen, East Village, Yorkville, Lenox Hill, and Kips Bay if you want more inventory or a different price band. Chelsea’s filtered supply is narrower because it focuses on 1-bedroom apartments in top rated buildings.

Look at bedroom fit, kitchen layout, storage, natural light, and noise from hallways or neighboring units. In a 1-bedroom, those details affect how livable the space feels month to month.