Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Chelsea Neighborhood of New York, NY from $1,700 (14 Rentals)

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434 W 19th St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

434 W 19th St

434 W 19th StNew York, NY 10011
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336 W 19th St
Studio Apartments

336 W 19th St

336 W 19th StNew York, NY 10011
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366 W 23 Street
1 Bedroom Apartments

366 W 23 Street

366 W 23rd StNew York, NY 10011

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West Chelsea, New York, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Available West Chelsea Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Chelsea area of New York, NY is a Studio unit found at 315 E 58th St priced from $2,850. 305 W 45th St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $3,000. Here are the most affordable West Chelsea apartments for rent in New York, NY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
315 E 58th StStudioStudio,1BA$2,850
305 W 45th StSTUDIOStudio,1BA$3,000
The Harrison2bed/2bath2BR,2BA$3,000
420 W 42nd StStudioStudio,1BA$3,200
Avalon West ChelseaS1Studio,1BA$4,023

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Chelsea, NY

As of April 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Chelsea area is the $2.76 price per square foot 2bed/2bath Model at The Harrison in the in the Vista Pointe at Imperial Walk neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value West Chelsea apartment is the 1 Bedroom Model at 315 E 58th St starting at $3,750 with a $4.69 price per square foot in the Upper East Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Chelsea apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Harrison2bed/2bath2BR,2BA$2.76
315 E 58th St1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$4.69
AVA High LineA221BR,1BA$8.73
96 Fifth AveStudioStudio ,1BA$7.92
305 W 45th StSTUDIOStudio ,1BA$6.00
420 W 42nd St2 BR / FLEX 32BR,2BA$11.60
Avalon West ChelseaS2Studio ,1BA$9.09

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
West Chelsea, New York, NY

Ranked #40

Among neighborhoods in New York, NY for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the West Chelsea Neighborhood in New York, NY

Walk Score®

97 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

94 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

100 / 100

Rider’s Paradise

World-class public transportation

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Chelsea Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in West Chelsea?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in West Chelsea is at 315 E 58th St listed at $2,850.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West Chelsea Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Chelsea Apartment is $3,750 at 315 E 58th St.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West Chelsea Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West Chelsea is starting from $3,000 at The Harrison.

What is the most affordable West Chelsea Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap West Chelsea Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 315 E 58th St and starts from $5,000.

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