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165 Hawthorne St
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$1,700
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48 Harvard St, Unit 3, Unit 3
48 Harvard StChelsea, MA 02150
52 Washington Ave
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6 School St
ChelseaMA02150
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$1,900
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767 Broadway, Unit #4, Unit #4
767 BroadwayChelsea, MA 02150
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$1,975 - $3,575
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300 Commandants WayChelsea, MA 02150
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$2,000 - $2,300
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88 Gerrish AveChelsea, MA 02150
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$2,000
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192 Webster Ave, Unit 2, Unit 2
192 Webster AveChelsea, MA 02150
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$2,000
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173 Winnisimmet St, Unit 3, Unit 3
173 Winnisimmet StChelsea, MA 02150
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$2,000
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10 Garfield Ave, Unit 8, Unit 8
10 Garfield AveChelsea, MA 02150
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Acadia
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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One North of Boston
150 Heard StChelsea, MA 02150
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Harvard Street Apartments
86 Harvard StChelsea, MA 02150
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$870 - $1,120
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28 Orleans St
28 Orleans StBoston, MA 02128
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10 Morris St, Unit 3
10 Morris StEverett, MA 02149
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121 Hancock St, Unit 1
121 Hancock StEverett, MA 02149
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121 Hancock St
EverettMA02149
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85 High St, Unit 1, Unit 1
85 High StMalden, MA 02148
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$1,050
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167 Main ST, Unit 2-2, Unit 2-2
167 Main STMalden, MA 02148
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$1,125
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17 Wheeler St, Unit 2, Unit 2
17 Wheeler StSomerville, MA 02145
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1059 Saratoga StBoston, MA 02128
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153 Trenton StBoston, MA 02128
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951 Saratoga StBoston, MA 02128
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153 Trenton StBoston, MA 02128
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153 Trenton StBoston, MA 02128
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153 Trenton StBoston, MA 02128
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1059 Saratoga StBoston, MA 02128
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211 Princeton StBoston, MA 02128
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$1,250
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28 Derne St, Unit 6, Unit 6
28 Derne StBoston, MA 02114
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162 Cottage StBoston, MA 02128
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162 Cottage StBoston, MA 02128
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162 Cottage StBoston, MA 02128
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211 Princeton StBoston, MA 02128
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211 Princeton StBoston, MA 02128
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1061 Saratoga StBoston, MA 02128
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162 Cottage StBoston, MA 02128
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821 Saratoga StBoston, MA 02128
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1061 Saratoga StBoston, MA 02128
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162 Cottage StBoston, MA 02128
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1061 Saratoga StBoston, MA 02128
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162 Cottage StBoston, MA 02128
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11 New Hampshire Ave
11 New Hampshire AveSomerville, MA 02145
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211 Princeton StBoston, MA 02128
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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 |
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| Cheap Chelsea Studio Apartments | $2,720 | $1,250 | $7,243 |
| Cheap Chelsea 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,042 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Chelsea 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,755 | $920 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Chelsea 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,422 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Chelsea 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,790 | $870 | $10,000+ |
| Chelsea 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,416 | $3,500 | $7,995 |
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Cheapest Available Chelsea Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Chelsea, MA is a Studio unit found at Parkwood Apartments in the Ferryway neighborhood priced from $1,700. Carlyle House Apartments in the West Revere neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio 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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| Parkwood Apartments | Studio, non-renovated | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
| Carlyle House Apartments | Studio, non-renovated (Exeter) | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
| The Charlestown - Senior Residences 62+ | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
| Altitude Apartments | Studio - Premium | Studio,1BA | $1,753 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chelsea, MA
As of April 24, 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 |
| 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 |
| 36 High St, Unit B2 | 36 High St | 1BR,1BA | $0.24 |
| 767 Broadway, Unit #4 | 767 Broadway | 1BR,1BA | $0.19 |
| 3 Heath St | 3 Heath St | 2BR,1BA | $0.23 |
| 289 Chelsea St, Unit 2 | 289 Chelsea St | 2BR,1BA | $0.23 |
| 147 Princeton St | 147 Princeton St | 1BR,1BA | $0.23 |
| 296 Meridian St, Unit 2 | 296 Meridian St | 1BR,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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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 Parkwood Apartments listed at $1,700.
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 $2,000 at APTS in Everett, Malden, Chelsea & Boston.
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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