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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 The Avenues of Inverness in the Lake Purdy neighborhood priced from $772. Madison Place in the Lake Purdy neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $899. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Chelsea apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Avenues of InvernessBrookhaven1BR,1BA$772
Madison PlaceThe Cypress1BR,1BA$899
Wood SpringsAzalea1BR,1BA$929
Brook Highland PlaceThe Hartford1BR,1BA$949
Colony WoodsThe Retreat1BR,1BA$995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chelsea, AL and Nearby

As of June 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Chelsea area is the $1.06 price per square foot Elston Model at Oak Tree in the starting from $2,299. The second greatest value Chelsea apartment is the 2 Bed | 2 Bath - Juniper Model at Skylar Ridge starting at $1,436 with a $1.06 price per square foot in the Hoover Vestavia Hills 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.
Oak TreeElston4BR,2.5BA$1.06
Skylar Ridge2 Bed | 2 Bath - Juniper2BR,2BA$1.06
Kenley ApartmentsBraden 01BR,2BA$1.29
Parc at GrandviewB4 (Azure)2BR,2BA$1.30
Summerchase at RiverchaseCamelia2BR,2BA$0.99
Brook Highland PlaceThe Charleston2BR,1BA$1.05
The Abbey At InvernessThe Buckingham2BR,1BA$1.28
Acasa Verandas at Rocky Ridge1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.28
Colony WoodsThe Retreat1BR,1BA$1.27
Madison PlaceThe Azalea1BR,1BA$1.28

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Chelsea, AL

Ranked #57

Among cities in Alabama for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Chelsea, AL

Walk Score®

28 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

19 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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 $1,131.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Chelsea Apartment is $772 at The Avenues of Inverness.

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 $999 at Brook Highland Place.

What is the most affordable Chelsea Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Chelsea Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Brook Highland Place and starts from $1,249.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

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