Pre-war buildings near the B train in Chelsea

It scopes buildings in Chelsea that match both filters: they’re tagged for being near the B train and classified as pre-war buildings. Openigloo then helps you compare them side-by-side using building details and renter Q&A.

There are 49+ buildings in scope on this page as of 2026-07-07. You can open individual building pages to see which ones currently have available apartments.

Ask about building systems (heat/hot water), elevator reliability if applicable, window condition, and any recent work that could affect living costs. Also confirm what the unit includes and what extra charges apply each month.

No. It’s a distance/area filter, so the walking route and station entrance can change your real timing. Confirm the nearest stop and walk time for your preferred route and time of day.

They help you shortlist, but they don’t replace touring and direct questions. Use the renter Q&A to plan what to ask, then verify conditions in person before you apply.

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Look for repeated themes (repairs, noise, responsiveness) and note which questions are unit-dependent versus building-wide. Then bring those specifics to the leasing agent during your tour.