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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 487–504 of 520 pre-war buildings near the 2 train in Chelsea.

311 West 29 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

311 West 29 Street

4.5(1)

Chelsea

1 eviction
9 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
227 West 15 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

227 West 15 Street

4.6(1)

Chelsea

No evictions
23 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
338 9 Avenue

338 9 Avenue

1.8(1)

Chelsea

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

117 West 15 Street

2.8(1)

Chelsea

No evictions
3 open violations
8 litigation cases
No bedbug history
113 West 15 Street

113 West 15 Street

3.9(1)

Chelsea

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
304 8 Avenue

304 8 Avenue

1.8(1)

Chelsea

No evictions
2 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
265 West 19 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

265 West 19 Street

3.9(1)

Chelsea

No evictions
3 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
233 West 19 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

233 West 19 Street

4.6(1)

Chelsea

No evictions
12 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
240 West 20 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

240 West 20 Street

3.3(1)

Chelsea

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
212 West 16 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

212 West 16 Street

4.6(1)

Chelsea

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
110 8 Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

110 8 Avenue

4.8(1)

Chelsea

No evictions
19 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
301 West   29 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

301 West 29 Street

4.3(1)

Chelsea

No evictions
4 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
146 West 17 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

146 West 17 Street

3.9(1)

Chelsea

No evictions
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
222 West 17 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

222 West 17 Street

4.5(1)

Chelsea

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
343 West 29 Street

343 West 29 Street

3.4(1)

Chelsea

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
226 West 16 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

226 West 16 Street

3.3(1)

Chelsea

No evictions
3 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
233 West 15 Street
Good cause

233 West 15 Street

4.1(1)

Chelsea

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
239 West 16 Street
Rent-stabilized

239 West 16 Street

4.1(1)

Chelsea

No evictions
5 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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