Pre-war buildings near Chelsea Career and Technical Education High School in NYC

It means the building was constructed before 1947. Use this filter to focus on older stock, then confirm the current condition and systems with the building.

This page uses a school-adjacent location filter, so the results cluster around the school area. For exact commuting or walk-time expectations, double-check your route from each building.

This count is for eligible pre-war buildings in the defined scope, not a guarantee that every building has a unit available right now. Always check the current apartment availability per building.

Ask about building systems and recent work (heat/hot water, elevator reliability), and verify unit-specific details like laundry access, noise controls, and any renovation scope.

Openigloo aggregates renter-driven signals to help you spot common themes, then provides context you can use to ask better questions. You should still confirm policies and fees directly with the leasing office.

Lease terms can vary by building and unit. Before you sign, review renewal timing, rent increase notices, and move-in requirements, and make sure any promises are documented.

Beyond asking rent, confirm the full monthly cost picture (utilities) and one-time move costs like deposits and broker fees (if applicable), plus any building move-in fees.