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Chelsea

Chelsea is a neighborhood of industrial bones, cultural energy, and real residential depth.

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Welcome to Chelsea

Gallery district, High Line access, renovated townhouses, diverse dining, arts community.
 

Intro

Chelsea is where Manhattan's gallery scene landed after leaving Soho — and it stayed. The stretch of West 20s between 10th and 11th Avenues is home to more contemporary art galleries than any other neighborhood in the world. Above that, the High Line runs the western edge of the neighborhood and has driven a decade of new development alongside it. Chelsea is a neighborhood of industrial bones, cultural energy, and real residential depth.
 

What to Expect

Gallery openings on Thursday evenings. The High Line on a Saturday afternoon. A restaurant scene that ranges from neighborhood staples to Michelin-recognized destination dining. An increasingly mixed residential stock — converted warehouses, classic walk-up buildings, and new construction towers along the Hudson.
 

You’ll Fall in Love With

The art access. Living in Chelsea means gallery openings are a Thursday evening walk. The concentration of serious contemporary art at street level is something that exists nowhere else in the country.
 

Key Details

The Neighbors

A genuine mix — longtime residents who predate the neighborhood's transformation, creative professionals, and younger buyers priced out of the West Village who found that Chelsea has its own version of everything they were looking for.
 

The Lifestyle

The High Line for morning runs. Chelsea Market for Saturday shopping. Gallery-hopping on weekday evenings when the crowds are manageable. A neighborhood that rewards staying curious.
 

The Market

Chelsea offers more variety than most Manhattan neighborhoods at this price tier — prewar co-ops, converted loft buildings, and new condo construction along the High Line corridor. The western edge commands premiums for Hudson views and High Line proximity. The interior blocks are a better value for buyers who know the neighborhood.
 

The Appeal

Chelsea has the cultural infrastructure of a world-class arts district and the residential density to feel like a real neighborhood. That combination is rarer than it looks.
 

If You Do One Thing

Walk the High Line on a Tuesday morning in any season. No crowds, good light, and a view of the city that reframes the whole west side.
 

Local Favorites

Experience

  • Chelsea Market for lunch and shopping
  • Galerie Lelong & Co. and David Zwirner on the 19th
  • The Joyce Theater for dance
  • Cookshop on 10th Avenue
  • Drinks at Le Bain at The Standard

Fitness

  • Chelsea Piers Sports and Entertainment Complex
  • Equinox Chelsea
  • Tone House Chelsea
  • David Barton Gym

Overview for Chelsea, NY

56,634 people live in Chelsea, where the median age is 40 and the average individual income is $126,175. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

56,634

Total Population

40 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$126,175

Average individual Income

Around Chelsea, NY

There's plenty to do around Chelsea, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

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Walker's Paradise
Walking Score
96
Biker's Paradise
Bike Score
100
Rider's Paradise
Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Farook Halal Food, Power Bowls, and Gyro City.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining · $ 1.19 miles 78 reviews 4.9/5 stars
Dining 2.65 miles 28 reviews 4.9/5 stars
Dining 1.24 miles 11 reviews 4.9/5 stars
Dining 1.26 miles 8 reviews 4.9/5 stars
Dining 1.67 miles 14 reviews 4.9/5 stars
Dining 1.09 miles 12 reviews 4.8/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Chelsea, NY

Chelsea has 31,717 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Chelsea do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 56,634 people call Chelsea home. The population density is 93,376.178 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

56,634

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

40

Median Age

49.96 / 50.04%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

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0-9 Years

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10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
31,717

Total Households

2

Average Household Size

$126,175

Average individual Income

Households with Children

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Marital Status

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Blue vs White Collar Workers

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Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Chelsea, NY

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The following schools are within or nearby Chelsea. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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