
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Chelsea, IA from $300 (17 Rentals)
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The Reserves at South Lake

2552 Smith Ave

Shamrock Apartments

Goldfinch Meadows
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Southern Hills

Prairie Village of LaPorte City

Southview Apartments

309 N 3rd St

Stella Townhomes
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The Tallcorn

980 Eisenhower Rd

1422 Irish Dr

420 Water St

Crestwood Ridge Apartments
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425 McClellan St

114 E 4th St
Chelsea, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chelsea?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chelsea Studio Apartments | $735 | $621 | $850 |
| Chelsea 1 Bedroom Apartments | $849 | $394 | $1,295 |
| Chelsea 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,028 | $467 | $1,725 |
| Chelsea 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,125 | $863 | $1,665 |
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Cheapest Available Chelsea Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Chelsea, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Reserves at South Lake in the East Gate Estates neighborhood priced from $395. Shamrock Apartments in the Usher's Ferry Historic Village neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $560. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Chelsea apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Reserves at South Lake | 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $395 |
| Shamrock Apartments | Shamrock small 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $560 |
| Goldfinch Meadows | 1 BR/ 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $580 |
| Southern Hills | S1 | Studio,1BA | $621 |
| Prairie Village of LaPorte City | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $643 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chelsea, IA and Nearby
As of February 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Chelsea area is the $1.20 price per square foot SouthEast Model at Lincoln Tower Apartments in the starting from $1,550. The second greatest value Chelsea apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Model at THE ARBORS APARTMENTS starting at $825 with a $0.83 price per square foot in the East Gate Estates 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Tower Apartments | SouthEast | 2BR,2BA | $1.20 |
| THE ARBORS APARTMENTS | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.83 |
| SUNDANCE MARSHALLTOWN APARTMENTS | 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.97 |
| Westgate Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| Olive Terrace Apartments | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.92 |
| The Avenue | The Plaza | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| Shamrock Apartments | Arrowridge small 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| The Reserves at South Lake | 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $0.61 |
| Southview Apartments | Southview 1 Bedroom Updated! | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Goldfinch Meadows | 1 BR/ 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Chelsea Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Chelsea Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Chelsea Apartment is $395 at The Reserves at South Lake.
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 $470 at The Reserves at South Lake.
What is the most affordable Chelsea Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Chelsea Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Reserves at South Lake and starts from $536.
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