Buildings highly rated for heat near the L train in Chelsea
Chelsea has a dense concentration of apartment buildings, and this page filters specifically for buildings where heat signals are stronger and you’re close to the L train. With 43+ buildings in scope, it’s a practical way to compare options without starting from the full borough list. In Chelsea, rated buildings average 3.7/5 across 111 rated buildings. (building-level trends; individual units can differ)
This page covers buildings highly rated for heat near the L train in Chelsea, with 43+ buildings in scope. Use the best-heat signal plus the L-train proximity filter pair to narrow to buildings where heating performance shows up strongly in the available data. Openigloo helps you compare building signals before touring by combining live building coverage (43+ eligible buildings in Chelsea) with ratings from rated buildings and renter questions/answers. You can use the heat and transit filters as a starting point, then confirm details directly with the super or leasing office.
Buildings highly rated for heat near the L train in Chelsea
Showing 1–18 of 43 buildings highly rated for heat near the L train in Chelsea.

101 West 15 Street
Chelsea
301 West 19 Street
Chelsea

120 West 21 Street
Chelsea

250 West 19 Street
Chelsea
337 West 14 Street
Chelsea

180 West 20 Street
Chelsea
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135 West 16 Street
Chelsea
/-73.998288,40.742556,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
222 West 20 Street
Chelsea
/-74.004053,40.740728,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
335 W 14 St
Chelsea
/-73.999798,40.743999,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
300 West 21 Street
Chelsea
/-73.997868,40.743109,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
224 West 21 Street
Chelsea
/-73.999872,40.740136,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
218 West 16 Street
Chelsea
/-73.997939,40.739755,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
151 West 16 Street
Chelsea
/-74.001078,40.739808,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
240 West 15 Street
Chelsea
/-73.998227,40.743262,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
234 West 21 Street
Chelsea
/-73.999018,40.744039,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
261 West 21 Street
Chelsea
/-74.000383,40.741122,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
248 West 17 Street
Chelsea
/-73.997529,40.738341,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
130 West 15 Street
Chelsea
What to check before for buildings highly rated for heat near the L train in Chelsea
- Use both filters together: best-heat + L-train proximity to avoid scrolling through buildings that score well in one dimension but not the other.
- Before signing, verify heating in writing: ask how heat is provided in your exact unit and during shoulder months, not just peak winter.
- Check lease details that affect comfort: radiator/thermostat controls, landlord maintenance response times, and whether there are any restrictions on HVAC usage.
- Confirm how the building handles extreme-weather calls and whether maintenance tickets are logged for heating issues.
- If you’re commuting via the L train, double-check walking time at your preferred entrances and whether service changes affect your daily route.