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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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Parkside Commons Apartments
100 Stockton StChelsea, MA 02150
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300 Commandants WayChelsea, MA 02150
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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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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now18 Central Ave
18 Central AveChelsea, MA 02150
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192 Webster Ave, Unit 2
192 Webster 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
375 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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167 Main ST, Unit 2-2
167 Main STMalden, MA 02148
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Mar 1Furnished Private Bedroom in East Boston
951 Saratoga StBoston, MA 02128
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Feb 1Furnished Private Bedroom in East Boston
155 Trenton StBoston, MA 02128
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$1,400
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now15 New Hampshire Ave
15 New Hampshire AveSomerville, MA 02145
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Mar 13Furnished Private Bedroom with Private Bath in East Boston!
695 Bennington StBoston, MA 02128
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$1,550
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Feb 11Furnished Bedroom with Private Bath in East Boston
1047 Saratoga StBoston, MA 02128
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Mar 2Furnished Private Bedroom in North End
15 Snow Hill StBoston, MA 02113
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$1,625
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Feb 16Furnished Private Bedroom in Charlestown
9 Hancock StBoston, MA 02129
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$1,650
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45 Gardena St, Unit 3M
45 Gardena StBoston, MA 02135
34 Franklin Ave
RevereMA02151
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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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211 Kennedy DrMalden, MA 02148
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185 Marion St
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2 Granite St
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129 Bradstreet Ave, Unit 3
129 Bradstreet AveRevere, MA 02151
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10 Harvard St, Unit 2
10 Harvard StEverett, MA 02149
25 Oakland Ave
EverettMA02149
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75 Winthrop St
EverettMA02149
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83 Ward StRevere, MA 02151
124 Atlantic Ave
RevereMA02151
149 Nichols St
EverettMA02149
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31 Elmwood StRevere, MA 02151
303 Princeton St
BostonMA02128
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20 Benedict St, Unit 1F
20 Benedict StSomerville, MA 02145
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20 Benedict StSomerville, MA 02145
136 Cecilian Ave
RevereMA02151
126-128 Vernal St
EverettMA02149
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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 | $2,630 | $1,650 | $4,890 |
| Cheap Chelsea 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,997 | $1,175 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Chelsea 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,633 | $1,850 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Chelsea 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,245 | $2,300 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Chelsea 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,454 | $1,050 | $10,000+ |
| Chelsea 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,353 | $4,000 | $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. Altitude Apartments in the East Saugus neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,725. 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 |
| Altitude Apartments | Studio - Premium | Studio,1BA | $1,725 |
| Pratt Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1st Floor | 1BR,1BA | $1,869 |
| 566 Beach | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chelsea, MA
As of January 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 |
| 767 Broadway, Unit #4 | 767 Broadway | 1BR,1BA | $0.19 |
| 75 Division St, Unit 1 | 75 Division St | 1BR,1BA | $0.20 |
| 3 Pembroke St, Unit D | 3 Pembroke St | 1BR,1BA | $0.20 |
| 58 S Russell St, Unit 2 | 58 S Russell St | Studio ,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 |
| 97 Cottage St, Unit 1 | 97 Cottage St | 1BR,1BA | $0.21 |
| 367 Western Ave, Unit 2B | 367 Western Ave | 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.
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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 $1,725.
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 $2,295 at 176 Broadway.
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