What does rent-stabilized verified mean on this page?

It means the apartments are filtered to Chelsea rentals that are both rent-stabilized and verified on Openigloo. Rent-stabilized refers to the regulatory category, while verified refers to the quality signal on the platform.

How many apartments for rent are here right now?

There are 96 apartments for rent in Chelsea on this page, with a median rent of $5,592.

What types of apartments are most common in Chelsea?

The most common bedroom types are 1-bedrooms and studios, so budget planning should account for how unit size and the median rent interact in this neighborhood.

Do rent-stabilized apartments still have fees or lease limits?

Yes. Even when a unit is rent-stabilized, you may still see broker fees, deposits, utility charges, or lease terms that affect move-in costs and renewal details. Always confirm the full monthly cost and lease language.

What should I confirm before applying to a verified apartment?

Ask about exact rent, any fees, move-in costs, deposit requirements, renewal terms, and whether the current photos and unit condition match the verified information.

How does Chelsea compare with nearby neighborhoods for apartments for rent?

Chelsea shares the Manhattan rental market with nearby areas like West Chelsea, and renters often compare inventory, rent levels, and building reviews across nearby neighborhoods before choosing where to apply.

Rent-stabilized verified apartments for rent in Chelsea

Chelsea renters are mostly looking at 1-bedrooms and studios, with 96 apartments for rent in this scope. That mix can make budget planning more precise because smaller units may fit different monthly targets than larger layouts. Chelsea has an average building rating of 4.1/5 across 56 rated buildings, an average tenancy length of 3.1 months based on 66 relisted units, and an average rent increase of 8.5% based on 186 relisted units (building-level trends; individual units can differ).

Find 96 rent-stabilized verified apartments for rent in Chelsea, Manhattan. Use this page to narrow by apartment type, review signals, and the current asking rent, which has a median of $5,592. Openigloo helps you compare renter-first details like building reviews and verified apartment quality alongside the rent-stabilized filter. Since verified and rent-stabilized do not guarantee the same lease terms in every unit, confirm fees, move-in costs, and renewal details before you apply.

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What to check when comparing verified, rent-stabilized apartments in Chelsea, Manhattan

Expect a mix of 1-bedrooms and studios, which is useful if you are comparing space needs against a median rent of $5,592.
Verified means the apartment quality has been checked on Openigloo, but you should still confirm the exact unit condition and lease terms.
Rent-stabilized apartments can still have different layouts, fees, and move-in costs, so ask for the full breakdown before applying.
Chelsea renters often compare nearby options in West Chelsea and other Manhattan neighborhoods when inventory is tight.
Review building-level feedback to understand likely turnover, rent changes, and landlord responsiveness before you tour.

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Rent-stabilized verified apartments for rent in Chelsea

Showing 19–36 of 96 listings

Verified

Rent-stabilized

Chelsea·Studio, 1 bath

4.6(2)

243 West 28 Street #S-11G

$4,410

Verified

Rent-stabilized

Chelsea·Studio, 1 bath

4.6(2)

243 West 28 Street #N-14K

$4,590

Verified

Top rated

Chelsea·Studio, 1 bath

4.4(14)

260 West 26 Street #10D

$4,627

Verified

Rent-stabilized

West Chelsea·Studio, 1 bath

4.3(3)

500 West 23 Street #10B

$4,632

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What to check when comparing verified, rent-stabilized apartments in Chelsea, Manhattan

Expect a mix of 1-bedrooms and studios, which is useful if you are comparing space needs against a median rent of $5,592.
Verified means the apartment quality has been checked on Openigloo, but you should still confirm the exact unit condition and lease terms.
Rent-stabilized apartments can still have different layouts, fees, and move-in costs, so ask for the full breakdown before applying.
Chelsea renters often compare nearby options in West Chelsea and other Manhattan neighborhoods when inventory is tight.
Review building-level feedback to understand likely turnover, rent changes, and landlord responsiveness before you tour.