What does “most-responsive-owners” mean on Openigloo?

It’s a tenant-facing signal based on owner responsiveness data Openigloo has indexed for these buildings. Use it to shortlist, then still confirm process details directly with the building for the unit you want.

How is the M55 bus location handled on this page?

This page filters to buildings in Chelsea that are near the M55 bus corridor. Always confirm the closest stop and your real-world walking time from the building entrance.

Are these buildings guaranteed to respond quickly after I sign?

No. The filter indicates responsiveness signals for the building, but day-to-day response can vary by request type and staffing. Ask about expected timelines for maintenance, lease questions, and move-in coordination.

What should I ask before paying any fees or submitting an application?

Ask for the application timeline, required documents, lease start options, and any fees that apply during approval. Also ask who you’ll contact for scheduling and what the communication process looks like.

How many buildings are included in this Chelsea + M55 + owner-responsiveness filter set?

There are 47+ buildings currently showing up for this page’s combined filters.

Can owner responsiveness differ depending on the unit type or tenant request?

Yes. Owner responsiveness may look different for initial inquiry, application steps, and ongoing requests. Use the building’s Q&A and your own outreach to sanity-check responsiveness for your specific needs.

Which neighborhoods are trending 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.

Buildings highly rated for owner responsiveness near the M55 bus in Chelsea

Chelsea has 3.7/5 average building rating across 111 rated buildings. Use this page’s owner-responsiveness filter to prioritize buildings where outreach tends to get handled quickly, then cross-check details during your calls and tours. (building-level trends; individual units can differ)

This page covers Chelsea buildings near the M55 bus that match the “most-responsive-owners” signal, with 47+ buildings currently showing up in this filter set. On Openigloo, you can compare buildings using owner-responsiveness indicators plus what renters report in building Q&A and structured review data. That helps you narrow options before you tour, call, or submit paperwork, especially when you care about how quickly questions get answered.

Showing 37–47 of 47 buildings highly rated for owner responsiveness near the M55 bus in Chelsea.

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

88 7 Avenue

4.2(3)

Chelsea

No evictions

No open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

376 8 Avenue

Chelsea

201 W 21 St

4.2(3)

Chelsea

1 eviction

2 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

150 West 21 Street

Chelsea

220 West 21 Street

4.6(3)

Chelsea

No evictions

No open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

210 West 16 Street

4.3(3)

Chelsea

2 evictions

1 open violation

No litigation history

Bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

315 West 21 Street

Chelsea

170 West 23 Street

4.2(4)

Chelsea

2 evictions

2 open violations

No litigation history

Bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

203 W 19 St

Chelsea

216 West 22 Street

4.6(3)

Chelsea

No evictions

2 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

210 West 19 Street

4.5(4)

Chelsea

No evictions

2 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

What to check before choosing a building highly rated for owner responsiveness near the M55 bus in Chelsea

Confirm the exact commute fit: ask how long it takes from the building’s entrance to the nearest M55 stop during your typical time of day.
Use the “most-responsive-owners” signal as a shortlist, then verify in writing: ask about application steps, response times, and any pending availability.
Check building rules before signing: move-in procedures, required documentation, and any fees tied to approvals (if applicable).
Look at the full monthly cost, not just the asking rent: confirm deposit, broker/agent fees, and utility responsibilities.
If you’re communicating about a unit now, track response timelines over a few days—responsiveness can vary by process (maintenance requests vs. applications).

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