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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 $851. Wood Springs in the Lake Purdy neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $859. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Chelsea apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Avenues of InvernessBroadmoor1BR,1BA$851
Wood SpringsAzalea1BR,1BA$859
Colony WoodsThe Retreat1BR,1BA$926
The Abbey At InvernessThe Ashton1BR,1BA$929
Madison PlaceThe Azalea1BR,1BA$949
The KenzieAltadena Renovated1BR,1BA$950
Summerchase at RiverchaseAdair1BR,1BA$964
LakestoneThe Beaumont1BR,1BA$999
Terrace 312 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1,075
Acasa Verandas at Rocky Ridge1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,075

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chelsea, AL and Nearby

As of December 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Chelsea area is the $1.04 price per square foot 1 Bed | 1.5 Bath - Gardenia Model at Skylar Ridge in the in the Hoover Vestavia Hills neighborhood starting from $1,225. The second greatest value Chelsea apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Renovated Model at Bluffs at Riverview starting at $1,574 with a $1.34 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 Ridge1 Bed | 1.5 Bath - Gardenia1BR,1.5BA$1.04
Bluffs at Riverview2 Bed 2 Bath Renovated2BR,2BA$1.34
The KenzieRiverwood Renovated2BR,2BA$1.17
Inverness CliffsAlpine1BR,1BA$1.31
Terrace 312 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.13
LakestoneThe Beaumont1BR,1BA$1.11
Summerchase at RiverchaseAdair1BR,1BA$1.20
Acasa Verandas at Rocky Ridge1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.34
Colony WoodsThe Retreat1BR,1BA$1.18
Madison PlaceThe Azalea1BR,1BA$1.36

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Chelsea, AL

Ranked #28

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®

18 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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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 Parc at Grandview listed at $1,229.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Chelsea Apartment is $851 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 $924 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 The Avenues of Inverness and starts from $1,157.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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