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Pre-war buildings near the 2 train in Chelsea

Chelsea has a dense mix of residential blocks and streets with quick subway access, which is why renters often filter by proximity to specific lines like the 2 train. This page focuses on Chelsea buildings that also meet a pre-war construction filter. For Chelsea, rated buildings average 3.7/5 across 111 rated buildings (building-level trends; individual units can differ)

Find pre-war buildings near the 2 train in Chelsea using Openigloo filters. This page covers 520+ buildings, combining two criteria: pre-1947 construction (pre-war) and convenient access to the 2 line. Openigloo brings together building-level signals like ratings and community feedback, plus tenant Q&A themes you can use when shortlisting. Use it to compare buildings faster, then confirm details directly with management before signing a lease.

Pre-war buildings near the 2 train in Chelsea

Showing 235–252 of 520 pre-war buildings near the 2 train in Chelsea.

315 West 18 Street
Good cause

315 West 18 Street

Chelsea

No evictions
27 open violations
4 litigation cases
No bedbug history
228 West 17 Street
Good cause

228 West 17 Street

Chelsea

No evictions
No open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
333 West 29 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

333 West 29 Street

Chelsea

No evictions
11 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
246 West 18 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

246 West 18 Street

Chelsea

No evictions
7 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
343 West 20 Street

343 West 20 Street

Chelsea

No evictions
6 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
162 9 Avenue
Good cause

162 9 Avenue

Chelsea

No evictions
18 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
309 West 20 Street

309 West 20 Street

Chelsea

No evictions
9 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
361 West 19 Street

361 West 19 Street

Chelsea

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
359 West 20 Street

359 West 20 Street

Chelsea

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
352 West 18 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

352 West 18 Street

Chelsea

No evictions
4 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
148 8 Avenue
Good cause

148 8 Avenue

Chelsea

No evictions
3 open violations
1 litigation case
Bedbug history
156 8 Avenue
Good cause

156 8 Avenue

Chelsea

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
329 West 29 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

329 West 29 Street

Chelsea

1 eviction
4 open violations
8 litigation cases
No bedbug history
162 8 Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

162 8 Avenue

Chelsea

No evictions
1 open violation
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
214 West   30 Street
Good cause

214 West 30 Street

Chelsea

No evictions
4 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
362 West 20 Street
Good cause

362 West 20 Street

Chelsea

No evictions
16 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
360 West 30 Street
Good cause

360 West 30 Street

Chelsea

No evictions
15 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
322 West 17 Street

322 West 17 Street

Chelsea

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history

What to check before for pre-war buildings near the 2 train in Chelsea

  • Expect older construction: ask about heating/cooling performance, window condition, and any recent capital work (roof, elevators, façade).
  • Confirm the commute you’ll actually get: check the nearest 2 stop on foot and at the time of day you care about.
  • Use the rating as a starting point, not a verdict: focus on rated buildings’ comments and look for patterns that match your priorities.
  • Pre-war buildings often have more variable layouts: verify unit sizes, laundry setup, and whether utilities are included before you apply.
  • Before paying anything, confirm the full monthly cost (rent plus deposits, broker fee expectations, and utilities if applicable) so the budget matches the lease terms.

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