
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent near Chelsea, IA (34 Rentals)


Shamrock Apartments

Alexandra Apartments

Stone Ridge Apartments & Townhomes

Cedar River Bluffs Apartments

The Reserves at South Lake

The Avenue

Pheasant Run Apartments
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Union at Wiley

Prairie Village of LaPorte City

Spaulding Lofts

Pharaohs Valley

Olive Terrace Apartments

Edgewood

Southern Hills

3212 Wilson Ave SW
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Brookview Terrace

Santa Barbara

Northview Apartments

Goldfinch Meadows

905 E 8th St S

233 Harnett St NW

Stella Townhomes

The Tallcorn
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Southview Apartments

309 N 3rd St

425 McClellan St

Valley High

Grinnell Park Apartments

Urban Edge Apartments

Clock Tower Senior Apartments

Brookside South Apartments
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Reinbeck Apartments

Crestwood Ridge Apartments
Chelsea, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chelsea?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chelsea 1 Bedroom Apartments | $929 | $560 | $1,700 |
| Chelsea 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,122 | $605 | $2,700 |
| Chelsea 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,298 | $899 | $1,865 |
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Largest Available Chelsea and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Chelsea, IA is found at 3212 Wilson Ave SW in the Young's Hill neighborhood and is 650 square feet priced from $1,500. The Reserves at South Lake in the East Gate Estates neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 649 square feet and currently listed start at $395. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Chelsea:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3212 Wilson Ave SW | 1 Bedroom | 650 Sq Ft | $1,500 |
| The Reserves at South Lake | 1B1B | 649 Sq Ft | $395 |
| Reinbeck Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 602 Sq Ft | $950 |
| Goldfinch Meadows | 1 BR/ 1 BA | 510 Sq Ft | $580 |
| Prairie Village of LaPorte City | 1 Bedroom | 500 Sq Ft | $643 |
Cheapest Available Chelsea and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of August 25, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Chelsea, IA is the 1B1B Model starting from $395 at The Reserves at South Lake in the East Gate Estates neighborhood. The second most affordable Chelsea 1 Bedroom is the 1 BR/ 1 BA Model at Goldfinch Meadows starting at $580 in the Cedar Hills neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Chelsea is currently $929. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Chelsea:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| The Reserves at South Lake | 1B1B | $395 |
| Goldfinch Meadows | 1 BR/ 1 BA | $580 |
| Prairie Village of LaPorte City | 1 Bedroom | $643 |
| Reinbeck Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | $950 |
| 3212 Wilson Ave SW | 1 Bedroom | $1,500 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Chelsea Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Chelsea Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Chelsea is $929.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Chelsea Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Chelsea is a 650 square feet unit starting from $1,500 at 3212 Wilson Ave SW.
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