Studio apartments for rent in Chelsea
Chelsea has 1-bedrooms and studios as the most common unit types, and this page includes 101+ apartments for rent. Renters looking here usually compare compact layouts against nearby options in West Chelsea as well. Chelsea’s average building rating is 4.1/5 across 56 rated buildings, with an average tenancy length of 3.0 months based on 67 relisted units and an average rent increase of 10.0% based on 181 relisted units (building-level trends; individual units can differ)
Browse 101+ studio apartments for rent in Chelsea, Manhattan. Use this page to narrow by studio layout and compare what’s available in a neighborhood where renters also often look at 1-bedroom units. Openigloo helps you check building-level reviews, landlord patterns, and move-in details before you apply. For a studio, pay attention to sleeping area setup, kitchen placement, storage, and the single bathroom, since small layout differences can change how the space works day to day.
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What to check before for studio apartments in Chelsea, Manhattan
- Expect competition in a neighborhood with 101+ studio apartments for rent and a median rent of $4,942.
- Compare studio layouts carefully, since kitchen placement, closet space, and where a bed fits can vary a lot.
- Use Openigloo reviews to check building conditions and recurring landlord issues before scheduling a viewing.
- Ask about total move-in cost, including broker fee, deposit, application fees, and any utilities not included in the rent.
- If you are comparing nearby options, Chelsea also has a strong share of 1-bedroom apartments, which can affect budget planning.

















