21 Chelsea
120 W 21st St,
New York, NY 10011
$4,692 - $6,219 | Studio - 5 Beds
Welcome to Chelsea, the art district of Manhattan. Home to more than 200 art galleries, Chelsea is one of the city’s trendiest neighborhoods, complete with museums, waterfront views, and historic brownstones dating back to the early 1800s.
What’s it like to live in Chelsea? This neighborhood is loved by residents for its walkability and multitude of entertainment options. Chelsea is located along the Hudson River in Midtown Manhattan, with Lower Manhattan to the south and Hell’s Kitchen to the north. The neighborhood is home to the Fashion Institute of Technology, the Rubin Museum of Art, the Manhattan Mall, and Penn Station. It extends from 14th Street north to 34th Street, and from the river east to 6th Avenue.
Built in the 1890s, Chelsea Market is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is one of the neighborhood’s most-loved destinations. This giant shopping and dining destination covers an entire city block and is home to boutiques, restaurants, and offices. Several broadcasting companies have offices and studios here, including Oxygen, Food Network, and even Google... Renters should know that such a desirable neighborhood comes with a slightly larger price tag than other locations. How much does it really cost to live in Chelsea? With an average monthly rent of $4,840, this neighborhood’s cost of living is almost 70% higher than the New York state average. However, for all that the area offers, the price may be worth it depending on what renters are looking for in a place to call home.
View of 14th Street in Chelsea
View of Chelsea from the NYC Highline
Little Island Park on the Hudson River
As of March 2025, the average apartment rent in Chelsea is $3,690 for a studio, $5,046 for one bedroom, $6,959 for two bedrooms, and $8,925 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Chelsea has increased by 2.7% in the past year.
Studio
443 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$3,690/month
Average Rent
1 BR
589 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$5,046/month
Average Rent
2 BR
786 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$6,959/month
Average Rent
3 BR
1,264 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$8,925/month
Average Rent
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† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
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Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2025.