1-Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Chelsea Under $4,500
Chelsea is a vibrant Manhattan neighborhood with the High Line, Chelsea Market, art galleries, and a great dining scene. It's centrally located with excellent subway access. Rents are on the higher side.
20 listings available — updated May 18, 2026, refreshed every 3 hours
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Frequently asked
How many 1-bedroom apartments are available in Chelsea right now?
As of May 18, 2026, Rentomatics tracks 20 1-bedroom apartments for rent in Chelsea under $4,500/month. Listings refresh every 3 hours from StreetEasy, Craigslist, Nooklyn, Zumper, CityRealty, and more.
What is the rent for a 1-bedroom in Chelsea?
Among current Rentomatics listings, 1-bedroom apartments in Chelsea start at $3,180/month, with an average of $3,850 and a median of $3,973/month. Prices reflect 20 active listings updated May 18, 2026.
How often are Rentomatics listings updated?
Rentomatics refreshes listings every 3 hours by scraping StreetEasy, Craigslist, Nooklyn, Zumper, CityRealty, Compass, Douglas Elliman, and OpenIgloo. Stale listings are removed within 5 days of last sighting.
Does Rentomatics show broker fees?
Yes. Every Rentomatics listing displays whether a broker fee applies, and users can filter to show only no-fee apartments. Broker fee status is inferred from listing source metadata when not explicitly provided.
What is Chelsea like?
Chelsea is a vibrant Manhattan neighborhood with the High Line, Chelsea Market, art galleries, and a great dining scene. It's centrally located with excellent subway access. Rents are on the higher side.