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Budget apartments for rent in Chelsea, New York City

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Published on March 11, 2020
Budget apartments for rent in Chelsea, New York City246 W. 22nd St. | Photo: Zumper

Chelsea is a "walker's paradise," is great for biking and boasts excellent transit options, 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 your money?

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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320 W. 20th St.

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Listed at $1,795/month, this studio apartment, located at 320 W. 20th St., is 45.5% less than the $3,295/month median rent for a studio in Chelsea.

Expect to find hardwood flooring, high ceilings and central heating in the apartment. Pets are not welcome. Expect a broker's fee equal to one month's rent.

(See the complete listing here.)

260 W. 27th St.

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

This studio apartment, situated at 260 W. 27th St., is listed for $1,995/month.

In the unit, you'll find a dishwasher, hardwood flooring and high ceilings; in the building, you'll get additional storage space. Pet owners, inquire elsewhere: This spot doesn't allow cats or dogs. The listing specifies a broker's fee equal to one month's rent.

(See the complete listing here.)

West 21st Street and Seventh Avenue

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Then there's this apartment at West 21st Street and Seventh Avenue, listed at $2,350/month.

You'll find high ceilings and hardwood flooring in the apartment. For those with furry friends in tow, this property is pet-friendly. Amenities offered in the building include an elevator and on-site laundry. Be prepared for a broker's fee equal to one month's rent.

(See the listing here.)

246 W. 22nd St.

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Check out this studio apartment at 246 W. 22nd St., listed at $2,375/month.

The building features an intercom. The unit also has high ceilings and hardwood flooring. The rental is cat-friendly. Expect a broker's fee equal to one month's rent.

(Here's the listing.)

Sixth Avenue and West 32nd Street

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

And here's a studio apartment at Sixth Avenue and West 32nd Street, which is going for $2,400/month.

When it comes to building amenities, expect on-site laundry, an elevator and additional storage space. In the unit, anticipate hardwood flooring. Pet owners, take heed: This rental is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly. Expect a broker's fee equal to one month's rent.

(Check out the listing here.)


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