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Clock Tower Senior Apartments
403 E Church StMarshalltown, IA 50158
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The Reserves at South Lake
500 Industrial AveGrinnell, IA 50112
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5150 16th Ave SWCedar Rapids, IA 52404
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220 Valley DrLa Porte City, IA 50651
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425 McClellan StTama, IA 52339
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Chelsea, IA Local Guide
Chelsea Iowa City Hall and Library by David Wilson is licensed under CC BY 2.0
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chelsea?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chelsea Studio Apartments | $850 | $850 | $850 |
| Chelsea 1 Bedroom Apartments | $757 | $394 | $925 |
| Chelsea 2 Bedroom Apartments | $963 | $467 | $1,595 |
| Chelsea 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,062 | $536 | $1,650 |
| Chelsea 4 Bedroom Apartments | $380 | $380 | $380 |
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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 $555. 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 | $555 |
| The Tallcorn | 1 bedroom, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $620 |
| Southview Apartments | Southview 1 bedroom Classic | 1BR,1BA | $625 |
| Prairie Village of LaPorte City | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $643 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chelsea, IA and Nearby
As of July 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Chelsea area is the $0.83 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Model at THE ARBORS APARTMENTS in the in the East Gate Estates neighborhood starting from $825. The second greatest value Chelsea apartment is the 2 Bedroom Market Model at Clock Tower Senior Apartments starting at $1,007 with a $1.03 price per square foot . 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE ARBORS APARTMENTS | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.83 |
| Clock Tower Senior Apartments | 2 Bedroom Market | 2BR,2BA | $1.03 |
| Raintree Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.98 |
| Westcove | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| 425 McClellan St | 1Br1Ba | 1BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| Shamrock Apartments | Arrowridge small 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| 3200-3201 G Ave NW | 1 BR / 1 BA W Office | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| The Reserves at South Lake | 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $0.61 |
| Southview Apartments | 1 Southview 1 bed, 1 bath Classic+ | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| The Tallcorn | 1 bedroom, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.02 |
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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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Throughout the day, think about all the times that you have to pay for something. So many of us reach automatically for a credit card or even our phone for a quick payment.
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A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.
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