What does “high tenant retention” mean on Openigloo for West Chelsea buildings?

It means the building has shown stronger staying power in Openigloo’s available tenant-retention signal for this scope. Use it as a starting point, then verify current lease terms and renewal practices with the building directly.

How should I interpret “near transit” when comparing buildings?

Treat it as a location convenience filter, not a guarantee of specific commute times. Compare walking distance from the building to your actual station and line, and consider transfer routes and typical wait times.

Are these buildings currently available with apartments for rent?

This page is focused on the building set that matches the West Chelsea + near-transit + high-retention filters. Always confirm availability for specific apartments on the building pages, since units can change.

What should I ask the building before signing, given these filters?

Ask about renewal and rent-change expectations, noise/operating policies related to transit proximity, move-in and move-out rules, and any fees or documentation requirements that apply to your situation.

Does “high tenant retention” mean the building is low-risk for every tenant?

No. Retention is a building-level signal and doesn’t remove individual risk factors like unit-specific issues, lease terms, or your own needs. Use it alongside apartment condition checks and direct conversations.

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.

Where do the signals come from, and can they lag real-world conditions?

Some inputs are based on available records and renter-reported signals shown on Openigloo. Conditions and policies can change, so confirm details with the building before you commit.

Buildings with high tenant retention near transit in West Chelsea

West Chelsea is a Manhattan neighborhood where renters often prioritize location convenience and day-to-day practicality. On Openigloo, you can filter for buildings that align with high tenant retention and near-transit access. For this neighborhood scope, Openigloo shows an average building rating of 3.8/5 across 35 rated buildings (building-level trends; individual units can differ)

Browse buildings in West Chelsea, Manhattan that match two filters: high tenant retention and near transit, with 29+ buildings currently showing on Openigloo. For each building, Openigloo pulls in renter-first signals like tenant Q&A and ratings from rated buildings, plus open-data context where available, so you can shortlist faster and ask the right questions before you sign.

Showing 1–18 of 29 buildings with high tenant retention near transit in West Chelsea.

Buildings with high tenant retention near transit in West Chelsea

Buildings with high tenant retention near transit in West Chelsea

450 W 17 St

525 W 28Th St

312 11 Avenue

303 10 Avenue

401 W 25 St

470 West 23 Street

555 West 23 Street

421 West 24 Street

452 West 23 Street

401 West 22 Street

530 West 30 Street

301 10 Avenue

500 West 30 Street

412 West 22 Street

415 W 24 St

415 West 23 Street

445 West 23 Street

460 West 24 Street

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