What does “pre-war” mean on this page?

It’s the building-construction filter. Confirm specifics with the building or broker, especially if there were major renovations, since unit conditions can differ even within the same building age category.

How does the “M5 bus” part of the search work?

The scope is limited to buildings near the M5 bus corridor in Chelsea. Still, check the walk time from your target unit to the stop you’ll use most.

How many buildings match these filters in Chelsea right now?

There are 50+ buildings in Chelsea that match the pre-war + M5 bus scope in this Openigloo view.

What ratings should I look at when comparing these buildings?

Use the building rating signal to compare. In Chelsea, the average building rating is 3.7/5 across 111 rated buildings; use that as one input, not the only deciding factor.

Is there any reason to verify details before applying or touring?

Yes. Even with the same filters, buildings can differ by unit layout, finishes, maintenance history, and building rules. Ask about current availability, update status, and how requests are processed.

What should I ask about costs besides the asking rent?

Confirm the full monthly picture and move-in requirements, including any security deposit, potential broker fee, and which utilities you’re responsible for.

Which neighborhoods are trending right now in this scope?

East Village with 11,857+ buildings; Hell's Kitchen with 6,943+ buildings; Yorkville with 9,328+ buildings; Lenox Hill with 8,357+ buildings; Kips Bay with 4,472+ buildings.

Pre-war buildings near the M5 bus in Chelsea

Chelsea in Manhattan has a dense mix of older buildings and active streets. This page targets pre-war buildings near the M5 bus, so you can focus on a specific transportation corridor while staying within Chelsea’s broader building stock. For planning comparisons, Chelsea shows an average building rating of 3.7/5 across 111 rated buildings (building-level trends; individual units can differ)

This page covers pre-war buildings near the M5 bus in Chelsea. You can browse 50+ buildings that match the multi-filter scope: pre-war construction plus proximity to the M5 bus corridor. Openigloo helps you narrow faster using building-level data plus renter-first context. Expect help from ratings on rated buildings, and practical signals like what people mention in their feedback, so you can ask better questions before committing to a lease.

Pre-war buildings near the M5 bus in Chelsea

Pre-war buildings near the M5 bus in Chelsea

139 West 28 Street

308 West 30 Street

211 West 28 Street

391 8 Avenue

387 8 Avenue

315 7 Avenue

315 West 29 Street

313 West 29 Street

229 West 26 Street

819 Avenue Of The Americas

148 West 28 Street

260 West 29 Street

311 West 29 Street

301 West 29 Street

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