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Highlights
- Laundry room
- Keyless entry system
- Beautifully maintained building
Location
249 W 21st St #1W, New York, NY 10011, USA|Chelsea
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Property Overview
249 W 21st St #1W offers a beautifully maintained building with convenient features like a laundry room and keyless entry system. It may appeal to those who value easy everyday living, secure access, and a well-kept setting.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Elementary school nearby- Images available
- Package service
Great for
Wellness
Work-from-home
Eco living
Amenities for 249 W 21st St #1W, Chelsea
Features
| Walk-in Closet |
Appliances
| Dishwasher |
Community
| Onsite Laundry |
Services
| Package Service |
Other
| Four Rooms | View Type: City |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
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One-time. Refundable.
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About 249 W 21st St #1W
Sweet deal!
This listing is 38% below the median price for 2 bedroom apartments in Chelsea.
Property Status: Active Open House Daily No appointment needed - just show up during open house hours Please text upon arrival Welcome Home to 249 West 21st Street! 2BR in a Renovated Prewar Building Nestled on a charming, tree-lined block in the heart of Chelsea, this beautifully updated residence is in a well-maintained, renovated building with convenient on-site laundry. Step into a warm and inviting home featuring: - A windowed, eat-in kitchen with stainless steel appliances and a dishwasher - Stunning exposed brick accents and chandeliers throughout - One queen-size bedroom and one full-size bedroom, both with windows and closets - A pet-friendly atmosphere that welcomes your furry companions - Guarantors accepted, including those from outside the Tri-State area - Keyless entry system Additional highlights include: Windowed marble bathroom Closet in Each Bedroom Laundry room in the building Located on a charming Chelsea block, close to transportation, shops, and restaurants. Don't miss out-schedule your showing today! Building Amenities: - Beautifully maintained pre-war renovated building with Keyless entry and package accessibility - Laundry Room - Keyless entry system Subway Access: A short walk to the C, E, and 1 trains, and close to the A, B, D, M, 2, 3 lines-making commuting a breeze. Please note: photos shown are of a model unit in the building. Virtually staged. Strictly No Airbnb Permitted FEES TO MOVE IN -First month's rent -One Month Security Deposit -$20 Credit check per applicant/Guarantor Payment fees: wire fee $95, Visa, /Mastercard/Amex 4% processing fee -$30 Certified bank check fee $30 per lease Rent and Security -Pet-friendly $75 monthly per pet -Extra fees apply: cable, internet, electricity, lockouts, laundry machines, late fees, renters' insurance & lease break. Housing Choice Vouchers Welcome Se Aceptan Vales de Eleccion de Vivienda Copyright © 2026 My State MLS. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 249 West 21st Street, New York, NY 10011, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.1 miles away
- Images available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Package service
- More secure storage for delivery
- Walk-in closet
- Rentals here may include more closet space than average
Considerations
- Distance from transit
- More than 5.0 miles from public transportation
- Distance from grocery stores
- The nearest grocery store is 5.0 miles away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Chelsea |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 10011 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Chelsea
2-bedroom apartments at 249 W 21st St #1W cost about 38% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in New York.
Median rents as of Oct 31 2026.
Chelsea
New York
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $5,333 |
| December 2024 | $5,162 |
| January 2025 | $5,322 |
| February 2025 | $5,498 |
| March 2025 | $5,620 |
| April 2025 | $5,896 |
| May 2025 | $5,539 |
| June 2025 | $5,537 |
| July 2025 | $5,073 |
| August 2025 | $5,248 |
| September 2025 | $5,375 |
| October 2025 | $5,195 |
| November 2025 | $5,090 |
| December 2025 | $5,073 |
| January 2026 | $5,081 |
| February 2026 | $5,126 |
| March 2026 | $5,312 |
| April 2026 | $5,471 |
| May 2026 | $5,498 |
| June 2026 | $5,586 |
| July 2026 | $5,411 |
| August 2026 | $5,414 |
| September 2026 | $5,458 |
| October 2026 | $5,519 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $8,173 |
| December 2024 | $7,852 |
| January 2025 | $7,751 |
| February 2025 | $7,943 |
| March 2025 | $7,789 |
| April 2025 | $7,289 |
| May 2025 | $7,948 |
| June 2025 | $8,133 |
| July 2025 | $6,774 |
| August 2025 | $6,891 |
| September 2025 | $8,210 |
| October 2025 | $8,119 |
| November 2025 | $7,670 |
| December 2025 | $7,857 |
| January 2026 | $8,178 |
| February 2026 | $8,238 |
| March 2026 | $8,207 |
| April 2026 | $8,482 |
| May 2026 | $8,679 |
| June 2026 | $8,684 |
| July 2026 | $8,986 |
| August 2026 | $9,067 |
| September 2026 | $9,115 |
| October 2026 | $8,680 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 249 W 21st St #1W?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$211,800/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $211,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $5,295.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Beds, 1 Bath | 3 months ago | $5,295 | 2 bed | 1 bath | |
| 2 Beds, 1 Bath | 7 years ago | $2,790 | 2 bed | 1 bath | |
| 8 years ago | $6,995 | 4 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 8 years ago | $6,995 | 4 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 9 years ago | $2,995 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 10 years ago | $3,295 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 10 years ago | $2,895 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 10 years ago | $2,995 | 1 bed | 1 bath | |
| 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 10 years ago | $2,995 | 1 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 249 W 21st St #1W
P.S. 11 - Sarah J. Garnet School
320 w 21st st
new york, NY, 10011
PK, K-5Public
A
The 47 American Sign Language & English Lower School
223 e 23rd st
new york, NY, 10010
PK, K-8Public
A-
P.S. 226M
345 e 15th st
new york, NY, 10003
PK, K-12Public
P.S. 212 - Midtown West
328 w 48th st
new york, NY, 10036
PK, K-5Public
A
P.S. 35
317 w 52nd st
new york, NY, 10019
K-12Public
B
Neighborhood
Chelsea | New York, NY
Getting around New York near 249 W 21st St #1W
Walking
10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
3/10
Roads are accessible, but parking may be a challenge.
Cycling
8/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
10/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.
Points of interest for 249 W 21st St #1W, New York
Groceries
10/10
Exceptional variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
10/10
Exceptional variety of shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
10/10
Exceptional variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
10/10
Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
9/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
10/10
Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes’ walk
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