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Apartment for rent in Chelsea-Hudson Yards

161 W 16th St Apt 19E, Chelsea-Hudson Yards, Manhattan, New York, NY, 10011

$5,500/mo
Rent per month · in USD
Bedrooms
Studio
Size
—
Available
Now

About this home

Apartment for rent in Chelsea-Hudson Yards, Manhattan: studio, 1 bathroom. Rent $5,500/mo. Built in 1930.

From the original listing · Realtor.comShow

Available for Lease Start as of November 15. The apartment is offered fully furnished for 6 month lease. No pets and no smoking. High in the sky on a charming block in Chelsea, 161 West 16th Street, Apt 19E is a beautiful and bright, meticulously renovated oversized studio. Truly turn-key with large windows facing east, the home is bathed in morning sunshine and unobstructed city views, including the Empire State Building. The thoughtfully designed sleeping area features double retractable pocket doors which create an airy open feel and can also be closed off for optimal privacy. The sleeping area includes a king-sized bed and has sleek built-ins to complement the contemporary design. Opposite this room, you'll find a generously-sized custom walk-in closet and a beautifully renovated bath with modern ceramic tiles, medicine cabinet, large vanity with extra storage and tub. The living room has ample space for the comforts of home and entertaining guests. The renovated space boasts high hats with dimmers throughout. The windowed kitchen, open to the living room, showcases sleek stainless steel appliances and a modern quartz counter with a waterfall edge. Nestled within this beautifully maintained building, residents are treated with amenities including a bike room, laundry facilities and a fabulous rooftop garden terrace offering breathtaking views of Manhattan and the Hudson River. Situated at 161 West 16th Street, this 20-story art deco building is comprised of 155 homes. With a 24-hour doorman and live-in superintendent, residents can enjoy piece of mind and exceptional service. Conveniently located in the heart of Chelsea and just 3 blocks from High Line, the West Village, Meatpacking and Union Square, you will be in proximity to world-class restaurants, great shops and easy access to the 1/2/3/A/C/E/F/L subway lines and various bus routes. First month's rent and one month security is due with signed leases. The building application fees are the following: $350 Processing Fee $55 Credit Check Fee (per applicant) $600 Move-in Deposit (half will be refunded after the move in)

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Roofy listing score

Grade C, 62/100 · Fairly complete

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    • Full points: 10 photos15/15
    • Full points: Large, clear photos (about 1,000 px)10/10
  • Details11/20
    • Full points: Price stated3/3
    • No points: Bedrooms not stated0/2
    • Full points: Bathrooms stated2/2
    • No points: No size0/2
    • No points: No move-in date0/2
    • Full points: Lease length stated1/1
    • Full points: Pet policy stated1/1
    • Full points: Laundry mentioned1/1
    • No points: Heat and utilities not mentioned0/1
    • No points: No amenities listed0/2
    • Full points: Description of 350 words3/3
  • True cost4/15
    • No points: Broker fee not stated0/8
    • Cannot check yet: Not enough similar homes nearby to compare the price4/7
  • Accuracy12/15
    • Nothing to compare: Listed on one site, nothing to compare3/6
    • Full points: Agrees with city records (built 1930, 155 homes)5/5
    • Full points: Confirmed on its source site 4 days ago4/4
  • Legal10/10
    • Full points: No fair-housing problems found in the wording6/6
    • Full points: The agent’s license is active4/4
  • Trust0/15
    • No points: Not claimed on Roofy by the agent or owner0/10
    • No points: The agent is not verified on Roofy0/5

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Scored Nov 2, 2026 · Score version 1. No one can pay to change a score.

Fees and terms

Estimated cash to move in$11,020

First month $5,500, a one-month deposit $5,500 (the most New York allows) and a $20 screening fee. Under the FARE Act the listing broker’s fee is not yours to pay.

Location

Location as the listing shows it.Open in Google Maps

Nearby transit

  • 18 St12 min walk
  • 14 St1 2 3 F M3 min walk
  • 14th Street (PATH)HOB-33 JSQ-33 JSQ-33 via HOB WTC-335 min walk

Nearby public schools · District 2

Distance only, not school zones. Check the zoned school with NYC Public Schools.

The building

155 units · 19 floors · built 1930 · 3 more homes listed here

Building record for 101 7 Avenue

NYC records as of Nov 1 (weekly)

101 7 Avenue · BBL 1-00792-7504 · built 1930 · 155 units

Roofy building score 98/100 · Well keptAbout the building, from HPD violations. Not an inspection.
Building type
Condominium
Open HPD violations
None
Heat complaints
0 this season
Complaints, last 12 months
1
Rent stabilization
Had 8 units in 2024 tax bills (likely)
Last sale (12-month file)
No sales in our 12-month file

The city’s records match this listing to the tax lot at 101 7 Avenue. Corner and multi-address buildings often have one main address.

Rent stabilization recordCheck if a unit is rent stabilized

No open immediately hazardous (Class C) violations. Condo records cover the whole building.

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Added to Roofy Oct 29, 2026Last checked on Realtor.com Oct 29, 2026Roofy doesn’t verify listings. Never send money before seeing a home.

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