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1-bedroom apartments for rent in Chelsea

Chelsea has 1-bedroom apartments and studios most often, with 137 apartments for rent in this scope. That makes it a practical neighborhood to compare if you want a one-bedroom in Manhattan and need to balance space against monthly cost. Chelsea’s average building rating is 4.1/5 across 54 rated buildings. Average tenancy length is 2.2 months based on 65 relisted units, and average rent increase is 6.5% based on 191 relisted units (building-level trends; individual units can differ).

This page covers 137 one-bedroom apartments for rent in Chelsea, Manhattan. Use it to narrow by rent, building quality, and nearby neighborhoods like West Chelsea when you want a clearer budget picture. Openigloo helps you compare renter-first signals such as building and landlord reviews, plus live rent data, so you can weigh price against what you may actually be moving into. For a one-bedroom, it also helps to think about layout, storage, and how much of the unit will be dedicated to sleeping versus living space.

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What to check before for 1-bedroom apartments in Chelsea, Manhattan

  • Chelsea 1-bedroom apartments for rent currently have a median rent of $6,374, so budget around that figure when comparing options.
  • For a one-bedroom, check whether the layout leaves enough room for a separate sleeping area, basic storage, and a usable kitchen setup.
  • Use building reviews and landlord feedback to spot patterns before you tour or apply.
  • Compare Chelsea with nearby rental-heavy neighborhoods like West Village, East Village, and Hell's Kitchen if you need more rent range context.
  • Confirm move-in costs, including deposit, broker fee, and any application charges, before you commit.

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