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48 Harvard St, Unit 3
48 Harvard StChelsea, MA 02150
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767 Broadway, Unit #4
767 BroadwayChelsea, MA 02150
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300 Commandants WayChelsea, MA 02150
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88 Gerrish AveChelsea, MA 02150
47 Williams St
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18 Central Ave
18 Central AveChelsea, MA 02150
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242 Spencer AveChelsea, MA 02150
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121-123 Hawthorne Street
121-123 Hawthorne StChelsea, MA 02150
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Noah at 4th and Broadway
361-385 BroadwayChelsea, MA 02150
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Lafayette Apartments
44 Lafayette AveChelsea, MA 02150
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150 Heard StChelsea, MA 02150
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85 High St, Unit 1
85 High StMalden, MA 02148
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167 Main ST, Unit 2-2
167 Main STMalden, MA 02148
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153 Trenton StBoston, MA 02128
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155 Trenton StBoston, MA 02128
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162 Cottage StBoston, MA 02128
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15 New Hampshire AveSomerville, MA 02145
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1047 Saratoga StBoston, MA 02128
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695 Bennington StBoston, MA 02128
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34 Franklin St
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15 Snow Hill StBoston, MA 02113
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34 Franklin Ave
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21 McClure St
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140 Bennington St, Unit 2
140 Bennington StBoston, MA 02128
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe Charlestown - Senior Residences 62+
9 W School StBoston, MA 02129
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityParkwood Apartments
16 James StMalden, MA 02148
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135 Ward StRevere, MA 02151
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25 Oakland Ave
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130 Fremont Ave, Unit 2L
130 Fremont AveEverett, MA 02149
128 Atlantic Ave
RevereMA02151
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9 Hancock StBoston, MA 02129
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43 Bryant St, Unit 2
43 Bryant StRevere, MA 02151
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2 Elmwood St
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chelsea?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
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| Cheap Chelsea Studio Apartments | $2,661 | $1,550 | $8,019 |
| Cheap Chelsea 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,084 | $1,225 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Chelsea 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,753 | $1,850 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Chelsea 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,620 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Chelsea 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,624 | $1,050 | $10,000+ |
| Chelsea 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,645 | $3,700 | $7,995 |
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Cheapest Available Chelsea Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Chelsea, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Charlestown - Senior Residences 62+ in the Kendall Square neighborhood priced from $1,700. Pratt Place Apartments in the Belle Circle neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,869. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Chelsea apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| The Charlestown - Senior Residences 62+ | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
| Pratt Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1st Floor | 1BR,1BA | $1,869 |
| Altitude Apartments | Studio - Premium | Studio,1BA | $1,876 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chelsea, MA
As of March 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Chelsea area is the $0.17 price per square foot 48 Harvard St Model at 48 Harvard St, Unit 3 in the in the Ferryway neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Chelsea apartment is the 720 Bennington St Model at 720 Bennington St, Unit 207 starting at $1,900 with a $0.19 price per square foot in the Waterfront 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. |
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| 48 Harvard St, Unit 3 | 48 Harvard St | 1BR,1BA | $0.17 |
| 720 Bennington St, Unit 207 | 720 Bennington St | Studio ,1BA | $0.19 |
| 54 S Russell St | 54 S Russell St | Studio ,1BA | $0.21 |
| 50 S Russell St | 50 S Russell St | Studio ,1BA | $0.21 |
| 58 S Russell St, Unit 2 | 58 S Russell St | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 767 Broadway, Unit #4 | 767 Broadway | 1BR,1BA | $0.19 |
| 3 Heath St | 3 Heath St | 2BR,1BA | $0.23 |
| 234 Lexington St | 234 Lexington St | 1BR,1BA | $0.21 |
| 289 Chelsea St, Unit 2 | 289 Chelsea St | 2BR,1BA | $0.23 |
| 142 Bowdoin St | 142 Bowdoin St | Studio ,1BA | $0.23 |
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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 Cheap Chelsea Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Chelsea?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Chelsea is at Altitude Apartments listed at $1,876.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Chelsea Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Chelsea Apartment is $1,700 at The Charlestown - Senior Residences 62+.
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 $2,385 at Altitude Apartments.
What is the most affordable Chelsea Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Chelsea Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at APTS in Everett, Malden, Chelsea & Boston and starts from $2,650.
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