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Affordable buildings with rent-stabilized apartments in Chelsea

Chelsea is a vibrant neighborhood in Manhattan known for its art galleries, restaurants, and proximity to public transportation. The area boasts 17+ buildings with affordable and rent-stabilized options. Home to diverse housing types, Chelsea has a mix of modern developments and pre-war architecture. The average building rating here is 3.7 out of 5 based on 111 rated buildings. (building-level trends; individual units can differ)

This page features affordable buildings with rent-stabilized apartments in Chelsea, Manhattan, highlighting 17+ options. These buildings offer a unique opportunity for tenants seeking stability in their housing costs while navigating the vibrant Chelsea neighborhood. Openigloo provides resources like tenant reviews, open-data insights, and answers to your questions about the rental process. Our platform empowers you to make informed decisions while looking for your next apartment.

Affordable buildings with rent-stabilized apartments in Chelsea

Showing 1–17 of 17 affordable buildings with rent-stabilized apartments in Chelsea.

515 West   38 Street
Rent-stabilized

515 West 38 Street

Chelsea

No evictions
1 open violation
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
208 West 23 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

208 West 23 Street

4.0(23)

Chelsea

7 evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
200 West   26 Street
Top rated
Rent-stabilized

200 West 26 Street

4.8(17)

Chelsea

2 evictions
1 open violation
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
163 W 17 St
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

163 W 17 St

3.1(13)

Chelsea

No evictions
16 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
250 West 19 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

250 West 19 Street

4.1(10)

Chelsea

4 evictions
2 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
221 West 29 Street
Rent-stabilized

221 West 29 Street

4.3(6)

Chelsea

5 evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
300 West 21 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

300 West 21 Street

3.4(6)

Chelsea

No evictions
4 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
220 West 24 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

220 West 24 Street

3.8(6)

Chelsea

4 evictions
21 open violations
5 litigation cases
Bedbug history
225 West 23 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

225 West 23 Street

4.3(5)

Chelsea

7 evictions
3 open violations
4 litigation cases
No bedbug history
108 West 15 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

108 West 15 Street

3.8(4)

Chelsea

No evictions
1 open violation
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
130 West 15 Street
Rent-stabilized

130 West 15 Street

4.3(4)

Chelsea

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
255 West 14 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

255 West 14 Street

4.3(4)

Chelsea

1 eviction
16 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
364 West 18 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

364 West 18 Street

4.6(3)

Chelsea

1 eviction
4 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
170 West 23 Street
Rent-stabilized

170 West 23 Street

4.4(3)

Chelsea

2 evictions
2 open violations
No litigation history
Bedbug history
243 West 28 Street
Rent-stabilized

243 West 28 Street

4.6(1)

Chelsea

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
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
69 7 Avenue
Rent-stabilized

69 7 Avenue

4.8(1)

Chelsea

1 eviction
No open violations
No litigation history
Bedbug history

What to check before for affordable buildings with rent-stabilized apartments in Chelsea

  • Expect rent stabilization, which limits rent increases and provides tenant protections.
  • Verify all details directly with building management, especially any fees and specific lease terms.
  • Understand that affordable does not mean income-restricted; it reflects buildings with median rents below the Chelsea median.
  • Review building conditions and history as indicated in tenant reviews on Openigloo.
  • Assess all costs involved in renting, including broker fees and utilities, beyond the advertised asking rent.

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