Pre-war buildings near transit in Chelsea
Chelsea is a Manhattan neighborhood where renters often balance commute convenience with building character. On Openigloo, this page focuses on pre-war buildings near transit, helping you narrow down 662+ eligible buildings in the area. Chelsea rated buildings average 3.7/5 across 111 rated buildings (building-level trends; individual units can differ)
Find pre-war buildings near transit in Chelsea with 662+ buildings currently in scope. This page filters for walkable access to subway lines and for buildings built before 1947, so you can focus your search where commutes and building character both matter. Openigloo helps you compare buildings with an open, renter-first view: building-level signals, what rated buildings show overall, and Q&A from people who asked real questions before signing. Use the info here to short-list, then confirm details directly with the managing agent.
Pre-war buildings near transit in Chelsea
Showing 397–414 of 662 pre-war buildings near transit in Chelsea.
/-73.99623,40.743833,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
216 7 Avenue
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)
218 8 Avenue
Chelsea
/-74.002948,40.743814,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
364 West 19 Street
Chelsea
/-74.000383,40.741122,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
248 West 17 Street
Chelsea
/-73.998795,40.738856,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
158 West 15 Street
Chelsea
/-74.001509,40.744315,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
339 West 20 Street
Chelsea
/-73.996699,40.739253,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
115 West 16 Street
Chelsea
/-73.999553,40.742316,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
264 West 19 Street
Chelsea
/-73.997236,40.742879,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
206 West 21 Street
Chelsea
/-73.993851,40.745992,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
177 W 26 St
Chelsea
/-73.996943,40.746098,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
266 West 25 Street
Chelsea
/-73.997129,40.738206,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
112 West 15 Street
Chelsea
/-73.997014,40.739386,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
125 West 16 Street
Chelsea
/-74.001778,40.739758,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
255 West 14 Street
Chelsea
/-73.995344,40.741344,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
122 West 20 Street
Chelsea
/-73.996313,40.749518,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
309 West 29 Street
Chelsea
/-73.996383,40.747099,14/640x640@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1Ijoib3BlbmlnbG9vIiwiYSI6ImNsYjNmMjVwdzBjeHgzd21wYmJmZDB0eGYifQ.XZvZCOh51yXuDBE-I3Bg0A)
251 W 26 St
Chelsea
What to check before for pre-war buildings near transit in Chelsea
- Confirm the commute match: “near transit” is based on location signals, so check the closest entrances and typical walking time for your route.
- Verify the pre-war detail: ask about building systems updates (elevators, boiler/HVAC, plumbing) even if the exterior is pre-war.
- If you care about paperwork and rules, review any building-specific policies in the Q&A and ask for the most current lease terms before applying.
- Compare total move-in costs, not just rent: ask about deposits, fees, and any one-time costs the building requires in addition to monthly rent.
- Use the “rated buildings” data as a screening signal, then schedule a viewing to judge layout, noise, and condition in person.