
Cheap Homes for Rent in Chelsea, AL from $1,600 (21 Rentals)
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1303 Gables Dr

282 Forest Lakes Dr

282 Forest Lakes Dr

2338 Forest Lakes Ln

40 Papa Ln
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623 Shelby Forest Trail

221 Willow View Cir

1068 Fairbank Ln

1068 Fairbank Ln

1508 Shelby Forest Ln
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505 Barristers Ct

2032 Stone Brook Dr

2048 Fairbank Cir

2048 Fairbank Cir

777 Forest Lakes Dr

103 Meadow Croft Cir

348 Chesser Loop Cir

255 Forest Lakes Dr

612 Shelby Forest Trail

109 Beach Cir
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Chelsea, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Chelsea?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Chelsea 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,260 | $1,700 | $3,495 |
Chelsea 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,186 | $1,745 | $3,000 |
Chelsea 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,437 | $1,695 | $3,050 |
Chelsea 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,510 | $2,645 | $4,375 |
Chelsea 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,575 | $8,575 | $8,575 |
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Avenues of Inverness | Brookhaven | 1BR,1BA | $772 |
Madison Place | The Cypress | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
Wood Springs | Azalea | 1BR,1BA | $929 |
Brook Highland Place | The Hartford | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
Summerchase at Riverchase | Adair | 1BR,1BA | $974 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chelsea, AL and Nearby
As of June 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Chelsea area is the $1.06 price per square foot 2 Bed | 2 Bath - Juniper Model at Skylar Ridge in the in the Hoover Vestavia Hills neighborhood starting from $1,436. The second greatest value Chelsea apartment is the Biscayne - RENOVATED Model at Hawthorne at Lake Heather starting at $1,609 with a $1.31 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Skylar Ridge | 2 Bed | 2 Bath - Juniper | 2BR,2BA | $1.06 |
Hawthorne at Lake Heather | Biscayne - RENOVATED | 2BR,2BA | $1.31 |
Kenley Apartments | Braden 0 | 1BR,2BA | $1.24 |
The Kenzie | Riverwood Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.33 |
Brook Highland Place | The Charleston | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
The Avenues of Inverness | Overlook - RENOVATED | 2BR,2BA | $1.39 |
Summerchase at Riverchase | Adair | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
Acasa Verandas at Rocky Ridge | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
Colony Woods | The Retreat | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
Madison Place | The Azalea | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chelsea
What type of rentals are currently available in Chelsea?
There are currently 37 Apartments for Rent in Chelsea, AL with pricing that ranges from $772 to $4,204. There are also 58 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Chelsea ranging from $1,695 to $8,575.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Chelsea?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Chelsea ranges from $1,695 to $8,575 with an average monthly rent of $3,793.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Chelsea?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Chelsea range from $1,249 to $4,204, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,745 to $3,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,695 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,790.
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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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