A westside hub for art and culture, Chelsea has long been the backdrop for iconic creative moments. Andy Warhol, Patti Smith, and countless others lived and worked here, shaping a neighborhood that still carries their artistic pulse. Today, Chelsea blends world-famous retrofit architecture with some of the city’s most respected galleries, making it one of New York’s true cultural anchors.
If you love great nightlife and an easy commute, Chelsea makes life wonderfully simple. With quick access to multiple subway lines, the PATH, and Penn Station, getting around Manhattan or out of it is a breeze. And when the day winds down, the neighborhood comes alive with a mix of buzzy bars, cozy restaurants, and dining options that cater to every mood and cuisine.
Gallery openings, sun-drenched lounging, and something new to discover around every corner are part of everyday life here. The heart of the art scene stretches along 10th and 11th Avenues, while the western edge opens onto the West Side Highway, a serene path along the Hudson that is beloved by runners, bikers, and sunset seekers. Food lovers gravitate to Chelsea Market, where you can wander from fresh seafood to gourmet sweets in minutes. And of course, there is the High Line, an elevated park built on old rail tracks that becomes a lively, festive boardwalk in the summer.
Chelsea is endlessly diverse, deeply creative, and always evolving. It is a neighborhood with history, energy, and a point of view all its own.
232 people live in Chelsea, where the median age is 49.9 and the average individual income is $85,040. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Chelsea, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including The Vegan Stuff, Moreish, and Brickstreet Delicatessen.
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| Dining | 2.96 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Dining | 3.1 miles | 27 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Dining · $ | 4.01 miles | 10 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Dining · $$ | 3.42 miles | 14 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Dining | 1.98 miles | 7 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Shopping | 3.25 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 3.35 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 3.23 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 3.42 miles | 7 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 3.26 miles | 11 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 4.77 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.65 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 3.75 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 4.07 miles | 7 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 4.03 miles | 12 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 3.16 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
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Chelsea has 115 households, with an average household size of 2.02. 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.
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