What does “2-train + high-retention” mean for these Chelsea buildings?

The filters focus on (1) buildings near the 2 train and (2) tenant retention signals captured in Openigloo’s data. The goal is to help you prioritize buildings where renters tend to stay, then compare amenities and unit-specific details.

How many eligible buildings are in this page right now?

This Chelsea page shows 97+ buildings that match the 2-train + high-retention criteria as of the snapshot date.

Does high tenant retention mean every unit will be the same?

No. Tenant retention is a building-level signal. Specific units can differ by layout, condition, exposure, and how a particular lease plays out, so confirm details for the exact apartment you’re considering.

What should I confirm with the building before I sign?

Confirm the full monthly cost (not just rent), lease term and renewal expectations, included utilities (if any), and any building rules that affect your routine (packages, laundry, bikes, and access).

How does Openigloo use reviews and signals on this page?

You’ll see building-level context from rated buildings and renter-written information. Use it to look for consistent patterns (maintenance responsiveness, noise trends, management follow-through), then validate anything that matters to your move.

Which neighborhoods are trending right now in this scope?

East Village with 11,857+ buildings; Hell's Kitchen with 6,943+ buildings; Yorkville with 9,328+ buildings; Lenox Hill with 8,357+ buildings; Kips Bay with 4,472+ buildings.

Is “high retention” based on open records or tenant-reported data?

It’s based on Openigloo’s tenant-retention signals within this building dataset. Treat it as a helpful indicator, not a guarantee—verify current conditions and policies directly with the building or management team.

Buildings with high tenant retention near the 2 train in Chelsea

Chelsea has a dense mix of residential buildings and a straightforward way to narrow searches by transit access. This page targets the 2 train corridor while keeping you focused within Chelsea’s building stock (97+ eligible buildings on this filter). For context, rated buildings in Chelsea average 3.7/5 across 111 rated buildings. (building-level trends; individual units can differ)

Find Chelsea buildings with high tenant retention near the 2 train. Openigloo narrows the search to 97+ eligible buildings so you can compare options in the same transit corridor. Use Openigloo to check how renters describe day-to-day living, plus build trust with review history and open-data signals. You can also read tenant Q&A and ask questions before you schedule a viewing or sign a lease—so you’re not relying on marketing photos alone.

Showing 91–97 of 97 buildings with high tenant retention near the 2 train in Chelsea.

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

146 West 17 Street

3.9(1)

Chelsea

No evictions

2 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

222 West 17 Street

4.5(1)

Chelsea

No evictions

1 open violation

No litigation history

No bedbug history

200 8 Avenue

5.0(1)

Chelsea

No evictions

15 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Good cause

351 West 17 Street

1.0(1)

Chelsea

No evictions

No open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Good cause

302 8 Avenue

4.3(2)

Chelsea

No evictions

10 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

240 West 16 Street

Chelsea

256 West 15 Street

Chelsea

What to check before choosing a building with high tenant retention near the 2 train in Chelsea

Expect buildings flagged for higher tenant retention near the 2 train; still confirm the unit’s exact layout, light, noise, and commute timing for your address.
Before signing, verify the current rent, included utilities (if any), lease term, and renewal terms directly with the building or broker.
Check for practical constraints that affect real moving plans: elevator access, laundry setup, bike storage, and package delivery details.
Use the “rated buildings” information to spot patterns in maintenance and management, but read recent notes for context and exceptions.
If you’re balancing budget and commute, compare multiple buildings side-by-side to avoid trading away basics for location. Fees can still change the total monthly cost beyond the asking rent.

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