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The most affordable apartments for rent in Chelsea, New York City

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Published on September 04, 2019
The most affordable apartments for rent in Chelsea, New York City440 W. 34th St. | Photo: Zumper

Chelsea has excellent walkability, is a "biker's paradise" and is a haven for transit riders, according to Walk Score's rating system.

So what does the low-end pricing on a rental in Chelsea look like these days — and what might you get for the price?

We took a look at local listings in Chelsea via rental sites Zumper and Apartment Guide to find out what price-conscious apartment seekers can expect to find in this New York City neighborhood.

Read on for the cheapest listings available right now. (Note: Prices and availability are subject to change.)

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West 20th Street and Seventh Avenue

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Photo: Zumper

This studio apartment, situated at West 20th Street and Seventh Avenue, is listed for $2,150/month.

In the unit, you're promised air conditioning and hardwood flooring. Pet owners, inquire elsewhere: This spot doesn't allow cats or dogs. Expect a broker's fee equal to one month's rent.

(See the complete listing here.)

440 W. 34th St.

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Photo: Zumper

Here's a studio apartment at 440 W. 34th St., which is going for $2,300/month.

The building features an elevator and on-site laundry. The listing also promises central heating and hardwood flooring in the unit. Pet lovers are in luck: This rental is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly. Be prepared for a broker's fee equal to one month's rent.

(See the full listing here.)

402 W. 22nd St.

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Photo: Zumper

Then there's this apartment at 402 W. 22nd St., listed at $2,495/month.

The unit features a deck and high ceilings. Pets are not welcome. The listing specifies a broker's fee equal to one month's rent.

(See the listing here.)

307 W. 29th St.

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Photo: Zumper

Check out this studio apartment at 307 W. 29th St., listed at $2,550/month.

In the unit, expect to find a fireplace, a dishwasher and hardwood flooring. The building has outdoor space.Pet lovers are in luck: This rental is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly. There's no leasing fee required for this rental.

(Here's the listing.)

228 W. 15th St.

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Photo: Zumper

This studio apartment, situated at 228 W. 15th St., is listed for $2,695/month.

You'll find hardwood flooring and high ceilings in the unit. Pets are not welcome. The building offers on-site laundry and an intercom. Expect a broker's fee equal to one month's rent.

(See the listing here.)


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