Affordable buildings near the E train in Chelsea

On Openigloo, “affordable” is market-relative. It means the building’s median asking rent is below Chelsea’s median. This filter is not income-restricted housing and it’s not subsidized.

It focuses your search on Chelsea buildings that are positioned for easy access to the E train. Still, check the specific station and your walking route during the time you’d commute.

No. The filter is based on the building’s median asking rent compared to the neighborhood median, but individual units can be higher or lower. Confirm the current unit’s asking rent and any concession terms.

Yes. Even when asking rent looks affordable, the full monthly cost can include broker fees, deposits, and how utilities are handled under the lease. Ask for a clear breakdown before signing.

You can use tenant Q&A and the building’s page details to spot practical issues (amenities that aren’t available as advertised, maintenance patterns, or move-in constraints). It’s also paired with rated buildings data to help you compare buildings.

No. This page’s “affordable” filter is market-relative based on median asking rent versus the neighborhood median. It is not income-restricted, not subsidized, not NYCHA, not HPD, not Section 8, and not a housing-lottery or affordable-housing program.

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