1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Chelsea, MA (886 Rentals)

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$2,896 - $2,921
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$2,361 - $4,969

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180 Central AveChelsea, MA 02150
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V2 Apartments
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$2,464 - $2,927
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$2,394 - $3,912

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250 Vale StChelsea, MA 02150
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Vero Apartments
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$2,333 - $3,038
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$2,221 - $3,759

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Vero Apartments

255 Vale StChelsea, MA 02150
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One North of Boston
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$2,398 - $3,180
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$2,398 - $4,461

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One North of Boston

100 Heard StChelsea, MA 02150
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3 Nichols St, Unit 1, Unit 1
$2,050
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$2,050

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3 Nichols St, Unit 1, Unit 1

3 Nichols StChelsea, MA 02150
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890 Broadway

ChelseaMA02150
property at 303 Carter St

$2,200

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$2,200

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303 Carter St

ChelseaMA02150
property at 25 Cary Ave

$2,200

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$2,200

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25 Cary Ave

ChelseaMA02150
property at 189 Washington 6

$2,200

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$2,200

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189 Washington 6

ChelseaMA02150
property at 140 Pearl St

$3,762

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$3,576
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$186

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$3,762

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140 Pearl St

ChelseaMA02150
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214 Poplar St
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214 Poplar St

214 Poplar StChelsea, MA 02150
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88-90 Shawmut St
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88-90 Shawmut St

88-90 Shawmut StChelsea, MA 02150
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70 Bellingham St
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70 Bellingham St

70 Bellingham StChelsea, MA 02150
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62 Blossom St
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62 Blossom St

62 Blossom StChelsea, MA 02150

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18 Watts St
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18 Watts St

18 Watts StChelsea, MA 02150
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36 Grove St
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36 Grove St

36 Grove StChelsea, MA 02150
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30 Grove St
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30 Grove St

30 Grove StChelsea, MA 02150
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583 Broadway
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583 Broadway

583 BroadwayChelsea, MA 02150
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189 Washington
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189 Washington

189 WashingtonChelsea, MA 02150

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16 Beacon ST
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16 Beacon ST

16 Beacon STChelsea, MA 02150
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227 Chestnut St
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227 Chestnut St

227 Chestnut StChelsea, MA 02150
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205-221 Chestnut St
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205-221 Chestnut St

205-221 Chestnut StChelsea, MA 02150
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233 Broadway
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233 Broadway

233 BroadwayChelsea, MA 02150
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Chelsea Homes I
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Chelsea Homes I

4 Gerrish AveChelsea, MA 02150
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74-78 Washington
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74-78 Washington

74-78 WashingtonChelsea, MA 02150
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1 Albion Pl
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1 Albion Pl

1 Albion PlChelsea, MA 02150
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33 Carroll St
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33 Carroll St

33 Carroll StChelsea, MA 02150
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99 Willow St
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99 Willow St

99 Willow StChelsea, MA 02150

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Largest Available Chelsea 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Chelsea, MA is found at 275 Medford in the Kendall Square neighborhood and is 1,160 square feet priced from $3,475. Avenir in the Financial District neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,103 square feet and currently listed start at $4,395. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Chelsea:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
275 Medford041,160 Sq Ft$3,475
Avenir1 Bedroom PP1,103 Sq Ft$4,395
AmayaB2 Den1,071 Sq Ft$3,475
The Towers at LongfellowLongfellow One Bedroom -B1,010 Sq Ft$3,615
Quarrystone At Overlook RidgeA3972 Sq Ft$2,755
ArrisA4 L2 | 1 Bed | 1 Bath941 Sq Ft$3,372
Hanover EverettM927 Sq Ft$3,353
MiscelaW-C1922 Sq Ft$4,143
West of One1 bed/ 1 bath B909 Sq Ft$2,575
One North of BostonA1C1-1888 Sq Ft$3,180

Cheapest Available Chelsea 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of May 21, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Chelsea, MA is the 1 Bed, 1 bath Model starting from $1,700 at The Charlestown - Senior Residences 62+ in the Kendall Square neighborhood. The second most affordable Chelsea 1 Bedroom is the One Bedroom Model at Northgate Apartments starting at $1,785 in the West Revere neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Chelsea is currently $3,091. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Chelsea:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
The Charlestown - Senior Residences 62+1 Bed, 1 bath$1,700
Northgate ApartmentsOne Bedroom$1,785
Parkwood ApartmentsOne Bedroom, non-renovated$1,850
Pratt Place Apartments1 Bedroom, 2nd Floor$1,924

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Chelsea Overview

Living in Chelsea, Ma is an incredibly relaxing experience. The apartments in the area are well kept and perfect for individuals looking to stay in the area without having to worry about the hassles of owning a home! Let's take a closer look at some of the awesome things that Chelsea has to offer you!

Why live in Chelsea, MA?

Living in Chelsea is perfect for people who want to experience life in Boston but don't necessarily want to go through the hustle and bustle of a major city. Chelsea offers dozens of amenities for its citizens and has plenty of historical locations for you to visit. This city has just about everything that you could want while providing cost-effective places to live near the ocean.

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Chelsea Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Chelsea with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Chelsea is at The Charlestown - Senior Residences 62+ listed at $1,700.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Chelsea Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Chelsea is $3,091.

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

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Chelsea is a 1,160 square feet unit starting from $3,475 at 275 Medford.

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

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Chelsea is currently 1,498 sq ft.

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