1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Chelsea, IA (35 Rentals)

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

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Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

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Touring a rental? This guide helps you know exactly what to look for, from safety features to hidden flaws, so you can confidently sign your lease or keep searching.

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Stella Townhomes
1 Bedroom Apartments

Stella Townhomes

1236 Bliss StreetGrinnell, IA 50112
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233 Harnett St NW
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233 Harnett St NW

233 Harnett St NWCedar Rapids, IA 52405
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Valley High
1 Bedroom Apartments

Valley High

1715-1735 Edgewood RdCedar Rapids, IA 52405
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Chelsea, IA Local Guide

Largest Available Chelsea and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Chelsea, IA is found at Santa Barbara and is 825 square feet priced from $629. Spaulding Lofts in the East Gate Estates neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 802 square feet and currently listed start at $800. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Chelsea:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Santa BarbaraA1825 Sq Ft$629
Spaulding LoftsA15 - Income Restricted802 Sq Ft$800
The AvenueThe Boulevard797 Sq Ft$925
Union at Wiley1 Bed 1 Bath685 Sq Ft$850
Reinbeck Apartments1BR/1.0BA675 Sq Ft$950
Cedar River Bluffs Apartments1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom665 Sq Ft$995
The Reserves at South Lake1B1B649 Sq Ft$395
Southview ApartmentsSouthview 1 bedroom Classic636 Sq Ft$625
Shamrock ApartmentsShamrock large 1 bedroom636 Sq Ft$600
Northview Apartments1BR/1.0BA625 Sq Ft$775

Cheapest Available Chelsea and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of September 19, 2025 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 Shamrock small 1 bedroom Model at Shamrock Apartments starting at $555 in the Usher's Ferry Historic Village neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Chelsea is currently $766. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Chelsea:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
The Reserves at South Lake1B1B$395
Shamrock ApartmentsShamrock small 1 bedroom$555
The Tallcorn1 bedroom, 1 bath$620
Southview ApartmentsSouthview 1 bedroom Classic$625
Santa BarbaraA1$629
Prairie Village of LaPorte City1 Bedroom$643
Brookview TerraceA1$685
Urban Edge Apartments1 BR/ 1 BA$750
Spaulding LoftsA5 - Income Restricted$750
Northview Apartments1BR/1.0BA$775

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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 $766.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Chelsea Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Chelsea is a 825 square feet unit starting from $629 at Santa Barbara.

What is the average size for Chelsea 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Chelsea is currently 677 sq ft.

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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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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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Hard truth. Moving is never easy. I’ve done it all – from local moves to cross-country relocations From packing to unpacking the last box, I have found moving to be an exhausting, expensive and stressful experience every time.