Cheap Apartments for Rent in Chelsea, AL from $700 (25 Rentals)

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Chelsea, AL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Chelsea Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Chelsea, AL is a 1 Bed unit found at Wood Springs in the Lake Purdy neighborhood priced from $829. MAA Eagle Ridge in the Lake Purdy neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $863. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Chelsea apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Wood SpringsAzalea1BR,1BA$829
MAA Eagle RidgeThe Terre1BR,1BA$863
The Avenues of InvernessWoodlake1BR,1BA$899
Madison PlaceThe Cypress1BR,1BA$899
Colony WoodsThe Retreat1BR,1BA$920

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chelsea, AL and Nearby

As of September 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Chelsea area is the $1.08 price per square foot 2 Bed | 2 Bath - Lily Model at Skylar Ridge in the in the Hoover Vestavia Hills neighborhood starting from $1,546. The second greatest value Chelsea apartment is the Double Oak Renovated Model at Aventura Oak Mountain starting at $1,393 with a $1.21 price per square foot in the Lake Purdy neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Chelsea apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Skylar Ridge2 Bed | 2 Bath - Lily2BR,2BA$1.08
Aventura Oak MountainDouble Oak Renovated2BR,2BA$1.21
Cahaba GrandviewThe Amsterdam2BR,2BA$1.33
Bluffs at Riverview1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.32
LakestoneThe Beaumont1BR,1BA$1.11
The KenzieAltadena Renovated1BR,1BA$1.29
Colony WoodsThe Retreat1BR,1BA$1.17
Madison PlaceThe Azalea1BR,1BA$1.28
MAA Eagle RidgeThe Terre1BR,1BA$1.24
The Avenues of InvernessWoodlake1BR,1BA$1.34

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Chelsea, AL

Ranked #29

Among cities in Alabama for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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28 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

19 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Chelsea Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Chelsea?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Chelsea is at The Outlook at Greystone Apartment Homes listed at $1,086.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Chelsea Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Chelsea Apartment is $829 at Wood Springs.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Chelsea Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Chelsea is starting from $957 at The Avenues of Inverness.

What is the most affordable Chelsea Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Chelsea Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Lakestone and starts from $1,299.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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Written by: Trey Huguley

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