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$1,700
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48 Harvard St, Unit 3
48 Harvard StChelsea, MA 02150
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$1,850
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117A Hawthorne St, Unit 3
117A Hawthorne StChelsea, MA 02150
95 Orange St
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$1,950
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33 Medford St, Unit 3
33 Medford StChelsea, MA 02150
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300 Commandants WayChelsea, MA 02150
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$2,000
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75 Division St, Unit 1
75 Division StChelsea, MA 02150
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3 Pembroke St, Unit D
3 Pembroke StChelsea, MA 02150
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192 Webster Ave, Unit 2
192 Webster AveChelsea, MA 02150
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$1,050
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167 Main ST, Unit 2-2
167 Main STMalden, MA 02148
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$1,100 - $5,800
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1 to 5 Bedroom Apartments Available Now14 Horace St
14 Horace StBoston, MA 02128
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$1,175
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$1,175
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Furnished Private Bedroom in East Boston
155 Trenton StBoston, MA 02128
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$1,280
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now15 New Hampshire Ave
15 New Hampshire AveSomerville, MA 02145
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1061 Saratoga StBoston, MA 02128
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695 Bennington StBoston, MA 02128
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211 Princeton St, Unit 1
211 Princeton StBoston, MA 02128
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1061 Saratoga St
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1047 Saratoga StBoston, MA 02128
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55 Walnut Ave
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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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93 Sigourney St, Unit 1
93 Sigourney StRevere, MA 02151
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$1,800
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129 Bradstreet Ave, Unit 3
129 Bradstreet AveRevere, MA 02151
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$1,800 - $2,725
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowCarlyle House Apartments
135 Ward StRevere, MA 02151
2 Granite St
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25 Oakland Ave
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75 Winthrop St
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$1,825
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114 Perkins St, Unit 5
114 Perkins StSomerville, MA 02145
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$1,835 - $3,360
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowAltitude Apartments
211 Kennedy DrMalden, MA 02148
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now176 Broadway
176 BroadwayRevere, MA 02151
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Chelsea, MA Local Guide
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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 | $2,652 | $1,495 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Chelsea 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,998 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Chelsea 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,619 | $1,900 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Chelsea 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,217 | $2,300 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Chelsea 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,431 | $1,050 | $10,000+ |
| Chelsea 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,358 | $2,800 | $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 14 Horace St in the Waterfront neighborhood priced from $1,100. The Charlestown - Senior Residences 62+ in the Kendall Square neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,700. 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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| 14 Horace St | 3 | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| The Charlestown - Senior Residences 62+ | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
| Carlyle House Apartments | Studio, non-renovated (Exeter) | Studio,1BA | $1,800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chelsea, MA
As of December 18, 2025 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 114 Perkins St Model at 114 Perkins St, Unit 5 starting at $1,825 with a $0.18 price per square foot in the Kendall Square 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 |
| 114 Perkins St, Unit 5 | 114 Perkins St | Studio ,1BA | $0.18 |
| 720 Bennington St, Unit 207 | 720 Bennington St | Studio ,1BA | $0.19 |
| 18 Parmenter St, Unit 1 | 18 Parmenter St | 1BR,1BA | $0.20 |
| 8 Curtis St, Unit 6 | 8 Curtis St | 1BR,1BA | $0.20 |
| 75 Division St, Unit 1 | 75 Division St | 1BR,1BA | $0.20 |
| 3 Pembroke St, Unit D | 3 Pembroke St | 1BR,1BA | $0.20 |
| 54 S Russell St, Unit 6 | 54 S Russell St | Studio ,1BA | $0.21 |
| 58 S Russell St, Unit 2 | 58 S Russell St | Studio ,1BA | $0.21 |
| 42 S Russell St, Unit 3 | 42 S Russell St | Studio ,1BA | $0.21 |
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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.
Best Local Schools in Chelsea, MA
Eugene Wright Science And Technology Academy
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Walk Score®
84 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
50 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
58 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $1,725.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Chelsea Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Chelsea Apartment is $1,100 at 14 Horace St.
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 $2,350 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 $2,600.
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