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Rent-stabilized studio apartments for rent in good cause buildings in Chelsea

Chelsea’s most common bedroom types are 1-bedrooms and studios, and this page is focused on 16+ apartments for rent in that neighborhood. For studio renters, that usually means comparing compact layouts carefully and checking whether the unit works for sleeping, cooking, and storage in the same space. 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)

Browse 16+ rent-stabilized studio apartments for rent in good cause buildings in Chelsea, Manhattan. Use this page to narrow by studio layout, tenant-protection status, and neighborhood fit while checking live asking rents and availability. Openigloo helps you compare apartments with renter-first context, including building reviews and other signals that can surface lease and move-in issues early. For studios, pay attention to sleeping area layout, kitchen setup, storage, and the single bathroom, since those details shape how usable the space feels day to day.

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What to check before for studio rent-stabilized, good cause apartments in Chelsea, Manhattan

  • Expect a tighter studio inventory in Chelsea, where the current count is 16+ apartments for rent and the median rent is $4,727.
  • Rent-stabilized and good cause refer to tenant-protection categories, so confirm the specific unit’s protections rather than assuming every apartment in the building qualifies.
  • Studio layouts can vary a lot; check whether the sleeping area, kitchen, and storage are workable before you apply.
  • Ask about broker fees, security deposit, move-in costs, and any lease terms that affect the true monthly cost.
  • Chelsea renters often compare nearby options in West Chelsea and the surrounding Manhattan market when the budget needs more room.

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