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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 397–414 of 520 pre-war buildings near the 2 train in Chelsea.

239 West 20 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

239 West 20 Street

3.8(2)

Chelsea

No evictions
31 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
161 West 16 Street
Rent-stabilized

161 West 16 Street

4.2(2)

Chelsea

No evictions
3 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
237 West 18 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

237 West 18 Street

4.1(2)

Chelsea

2 evictions
4 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
265 West   20 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

265 West 20 Street

3.4(3)

Chelsea

No evictions
3 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
68 7 Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

68 7 Avenue

3.8(2)

Chelsea

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
243 West 14 Street
Good cause

243 West 14 Street

2.1(2)

Chelsea

No evictions
3 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
60 9 Avenue
Good cause

60 9 Avenue

3.8(2)

Chelsea

2 evictions
1 open violation
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
350 West 21 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

350 West 21 Street

1.9(1)

Chelsea

1 eviction
2 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
229 West 20 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

229 West 20 Street

3.9(1)

Chelsea

No evictions
6 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
201 West 16 Street
Rent-stabilized

201 West 16 Street

5.0(1)

Chelsea

No evictions
No open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
310 West 20 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

310 West 20 Street

2.0(1)

Chelsea

2 evictions
4 open violations
4 litigation cases
No bedbug history
343 West 14 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

343 West 14 Street

3.8(1)

Chelsea

No evictions
1 open violation
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
211 West   28 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

211 West 28 Street

2.1(1)

Chelsea

No evictions
73 open violations
6 litigation cases
No bedbug history
112 8 Ave
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

112 8 Ave

4.8(1)

Chelsea

2 evictions
4 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
250 West 20 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

250 West 20 Street

2.3(1)

Chelsea

No evictions
5 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
342 West 21 Street
Rent-stabilized

342 West 21 Street

2.5(1)

Chelsea

1 eviction
34 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
226 W 15 St
Good cause

226 W 15 St

4.3(1)

Chelsea

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
133 West 15 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

133 West 15 Street

4.3(1)

Chelsea

No evictions
No open violations
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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