
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Chelsea Neighborhood of New York, NY from $1,400 (60 Rentals)
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EHS Hudson Yards Campus

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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 | $4,760 | $2,175 | $8,000 |
| Chelsea 1 Bedroom Apartments | $6,353 | $1,900 | $10,000+ |
| Chelsea 2 Bedroom Apartments | $8,462 | $3,450 | $10,000+ |
| Chelsea 3 Bedroom Apartments | $8,308 | $5,000 | $10,000+ |
| Chelsea 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,995 | $7,995 | $7,995 |
| Chelsea 5 Bedroom Apartments | $11,997 | $7,500 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 60 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 Studio unit found at EHS Hudson Yards Campus priced from $2,175. OHM has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $3,595. Here are the most affordable Chelsea apartments for rent in New York, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| EHS Hudson Yards Campus | Single Occupancy Room | Studio,1BA | $2,175 |
| OHM | Studio | Studio,1BA | $3,595 |
| 144 W 23rd Street | Studio | Studio,1BA | $3,600 |
| The Epic | S01 | Studio,1BA | $3,923 |
| 576 9th Ave | Flex 2 | 1BR,1BA | $3,995 |
| Avalon West Chelsea | S2 | Studio,1BA | $4,180 |
| AVA High Line | S23 | Studio,1BA | $4,260 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chelsea, NY
As of April 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Chelsea area is the $4.33 price per square foot 448 W 44th St Model at 448 W 44th St, Unit 4 in the in the West Side neighborhood starting from $6,495. The second greatest value Chelsea apartment is the 319 W 13th St Model at 319 W 13th St starting at $8,000 with a $7.27 price per square foot in the West Village 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 448 W 44th St, Unit 4 | 448 W 44th St | 3BR,2BA | $4.33 |
| 319 W 13th St | 319 W 13th St | 2BR,2BA | $7.27 |
| FOUND Study Chelsea- Student/Intern | Shared Double Room in 3B2B | 3BR,1BA | $2.44 |
| 576 9th Ave | Flex 2 | 1BR,1BA | $4.99 |
| Anagram Nomad | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $8.36 |
| 443 W 43rd St | 443 W 43rd St | 2BR,1BA | $7.45 |
| AVA High Line | A21 | 1BR,1BA | $8.20 |
| 524 9th Ave | 524 9th Ave | Studio ,1BA | $7.60 |
| 350 W 46th St | 350 W 46th St | Studio ,1BA | $7.00 |
| EHS Hudson Yards Campus | Single Occupancy Room | Studio ,1BA | $4.35 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Chelsea Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Chelsea?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Chelsea is under $4,260.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Chelsea?
The cheapest apartment in Chelsea is 576 9th Ave which is listed at $3,995, while the average apartment in Chelsea costs $11,997.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Chelsea?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 2 regular apartments in Chelsea that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Chelsea?
Cheap apartments in Chelsea have an average cost of $104 which is $11,893 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Chelsea.
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