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Chelsea

Chelsea, which runs from the Hudson River to the Avenue of the Americas (Sixth Avenue to locals), with boundaries to the South at 14th Street, and to the North at 23rd Street, is a largely residential area with a varied mix of high- and mid-rise buildings, brownstones and industrial lofts. The neighborhood's increasing popularity over the past 20 years, particularly among young families, has lead to the development of an impressive array of restaurants and shops.
Chelsea Commons, an 800-foot long Epicurean marketplace, sells everything from bread to fruit, to housewares and flowers. The development of Chelsea Piers has also provided a huge economic boom to the district. Chelsea Piers offers: ice-skating; rock climbing; equestrian endeavors; gymnastics, golf, two restaurants, a marine center, bowling facilities and classes for every sport.