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

It’s a filter based on Openigloo signals from tenant feedback about how responsive building owners/management are in day-to-day situations. It helps you narrow to buildings with a track record of follow-through, not just marketing claims.

How does the “w-train” filter work for Chelsea buildings?

It scopes buildings to those located near the W train so you can focus on commute-friendly options. Still, check the exact entrance and walk time from the building for your typical hours.

Does a strong responsiveness score mean every issue will be handled quickly?

No. Responsiveness is a trend signal for rated buildings, but real outcomes can vary by staffing, issue type, and timing. Use the tenant Q&A and ask management how they handle maintenance and urgent requests.

What should I verify before signing a lease even if the building ranks well?

Confirm lease terms, renewal expectations, how requests are submitted, and the current schedule for maintenance tickets. Also ask about deposits and any additional monthly costs so your total monthly cost matches what you budgeted.

Is this page showing affordable or income-restricted housing?

No. This filter set is about owner responsiveness and proximity to the W train, not income-restricted or subsidized housing programs.

Are the “rated buildings” signals based on up-to-the-minute conditions?

They come from Openigloo’s renter-provided context for the rated buildings in this scope. Conditions and service practices can change, so it’s still important to contact the building and ask current questions.

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.

Buildings highly rated for owner responsiveness near the W train in Chelsea

Chelsea is a Manhattan neighborhood where renters often prioritize quick access to multiple subway lines and a walkable, in-demand area. This Chelsea-focused set includes buildings that are filtered for owner responsiveness and proximity to the W train. For this Chelsea scope, the average building rating is 3.7/5 across 111 rated buildings (building-level trends; individual units can differ)

This page highlights 27+ Chelsea buildings that are highly rated for owner responsiveness and are also near the W train, using your selected multi-filter pair (most-responsive-owners + w-train). Openigloo brings the renter view together: we surface building-level signals from what rated buildings have shared, plus open-data context and unit/building details. You can use this to narrow options, then confirm specifics with the management team before you sign a lease.

Showing 19–27 of 27 buildings highly rated for owner responsiveness near the W train in Chelsea.

Rent-stabilized

130 West 15 Street

4.4(6)

Chelsea

No evictions

1 open violation

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

108 West 15 Street

Chelsea

102 West 24 Street

4.2(4)

Chelsea

1 eviction

3 open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Good cause

177 W 26 St

4.1(4)

Chelsea

No evictions

No open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Good cause

266 West 25 Street

Chelsea

144 West 23 Street

4.0(4)

Chelsea

No evictions

No open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

376 8 Avenue

Chelsea

150 West 21 Street

Chelsea

170 West 23 Street

4.2(4)

Chelsea

2 evictions

2 open violations

No litigation history

Bedbug history

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

Expect buildings tagged for strong owner responsiveness, plus a W-train location filter to keep commutes in mind.
Shortlist by verifying the exact block and walking time to the nearest W train entrance during your typical commute.
Confirm current move-in terms (lease length, rent due date, renewal approach) and ask how maintenance requests are handled day-to-day.
Use the “rated buildings” information to compare patterns, then read tenant Q&A for practical details like response times and follow-through.
Ask about fees and recurring costs beyond rent (e.g., deposits, utilities, parking/storage if needed) so your full monthly budget is clear.

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Kips Bay

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