
Gated 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Chelsea, MA (108 Rentals)


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Parkside Commons Apartments

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233 Broadway

1 Albion Pl

33 Carroll St

170 Cottage St

The Emery at Overlook Ridge

Skyline Everett

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SORA

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Jade

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Revio Revere Beach
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The Batch Yard

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500 Ocean

Quarrystone At Overlook Ridge

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The Eddy

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One Canal
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18 Benedict St

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Wellington Parkside

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One Beachmont

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Tandem

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Mezzo Design Lofts

1061 Saratoga St

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90 Ocean

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The Pioneer

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Ocean 650
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Ocean Point Apartments

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Montaje

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The Harvey

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Alcott

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Arcadia at Rivers Edge

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The 600

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Maxwell

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Anthem Everett
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Chelsea, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chelsea?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chelsea Studio Apartments | $2,744 | $1,575 | $9,921 |
| Chelsea 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,099 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| Chelsea 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,876 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| Chelsea 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,261 | $900 | $9,570 |
| Chelsea 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,554 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| Chelsea 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,106 | $3,395 | $7,995 |
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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 $3,099.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Chelsea Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Chelsea is a 1,236 square feet unit starting from $3,480 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 1,467 sq ft.
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