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Chelsea, New York, NY Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chelsea?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chelsea Studio Apartments | $4,487 | $1,200 | $8,000 |
| Chelsea 1 Bedroom Apartments | $5,741 | $1,900 | $10,000+ |
| Chelsea 2 Bedroom Apartments | $7,276 | $3,450 | $10,000+ |
| Chelsea 3 Bedroom Apartments | $9,687 | $5,890 | $10,000+ |
| Chelsea 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,995 | $7,995 | $7,995 |
| Chelsea 5 Bedroom Apartments | $7,500 | $7,500 | $7,500 |
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There are currently 30 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Chelsea Neighborhood of New York, NY.
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Cheapest Available Chelsea Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Chelsea area of New York, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at Hudson Yards Campus priced from $1,975. Plaza West has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $3,200. Here are the most affordable Chelsea apartments for rent in New York, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hudson Yards Campus | Single Occupancy Room | 1BR,1BA | $1,975 |
| Plaza West | Apartment 18E | Studio,1BA | $3,200 |
| 420 W 42nd St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $3,300 |
| Henry Hall | Studio / 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $3,863 |
| 576 9th Ave | Flex 2 | 1BR,1BA | $3,995 |
| The Olivia | SJ Renovation 4 | Studio,1BA | $4,022 |
| Avalon West Chelsea | S1 | Studio,1BA | $4,215 |
| 3Eleven | Studio | Studio,1BA | $4,300 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chelsea, NY
As of July 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Chelsea area is the $6.36 price per square foot 524 9th Ave Model at 524 9th Ave, Unit 803 in the in the Midtown neighborhood starting from $7,000. The second greatest value Chelsea apartment is the 212 W 29th St Model at 212 W 29th St, Unit 2A starting at $8,550 with a $7.89 price per square foot in the Gramercy-Flatiron neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Chelsea apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 524 9th Ave, Unit 803 | 524 9th Ave | 3BR,2BA | $6.36 |
| 212 W 29th St, Unit 2A | 212 W 29th St | 2BR,2BA | $7.89 |
| Courtney House | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $7.60 |
| 576 9th Ave | Flex 2 | 1BR,1BA | $4.99 |
| OHM | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $7.15 |
| Atlas New York | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $7.65 |
| FOUND Study Chelsea- Student/Intern | Private Room in 2B1B Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $6.67 |
| 165 W 21st St, Unit 2J | 165 W 21st St | Studio ,1BA | $7.49 |
| The Epic | S02 | Studio ,1BA | $8.43 |
| 443 W 43rd St, Unit 2C | 443 W 43rd St | Studio ,1BA | $6.91 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Chelsea Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Chelsea?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Chelsea is at Plaza West listed at $3,200.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Chelsea Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Chelsea Apartment is $1,975 at Hudson Yards Campus.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Chelsea Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Chelsea is starting from $4,653 at 455 W 37th St.
What is the most affordable Chelsea Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Chelsea Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 420 W 42nd St and starts from $6,500.
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