Cheap Homes for Rent in Broadway Neighborhood of Chelsea, MA from $1,500 (26 Rentals)

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property at 21 5th St

$1,575

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21 5th St

ChelseaMA02150

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property at 79 Blossom St

$2,200

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$2,200

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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79 Blossom St

ChelseaMA02150

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property at 221 Shurtleff St

$2,395

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$2,395

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221 Shurtleff St

ChelseaMA02150

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property at 133 Boardman St

$2,400

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133 Boardman St

BostonMA02128

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Broadway, Chelsea, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Broadway Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Broadway area of Boston, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at 176 Broadway priced from $1,995. 176-178 Washington Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,200. Here are the most affordable Broadway apartments for rent in Boston, MA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
176 BroadwayOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,995
176-178 Washington Ave1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,200
One WebsterAdams1BR,1BA$2,232
Vero ApartmentsS6Studio,1BA$2,281
MaxwellS6.3Studio,1BA$2,310

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Broadway, MA

As of May 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Broadway 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 Broadway apartment is the 75 Division St Model at 75 Division St, Unit 1 starting at $2,400 with a $0.24 price per square foot in the Chelsea Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Broadway apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
48 Harvard St, Unit 348 Harvard St1BR,1BA$0.17
75 Division St, Unit 175 Division St1BR,1BA$0.24
181 Washington Ave, Unit #3181 Washington Ave2BR,1BA$0.28
76 Eleanor St, Unit 276 Eleanor St6BR,2BA$2.65
220 Spencer Ave220 Spencer Ave1BR,1BA$2.00
78 Malden St78 Malden St3BR,1BA$2.54
10 Howell Ct10 Howell Ct3BR,1BA$2.80
80 Carroll St, Unit 180 Carroll St2BR,1BA$2.55
76 Harvard St2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.70
23 Eden St, Unit U223 Eden St2BR,1BA$2.67

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Frequently Asked Questions about Broadway

What type of rentals are currently available in Broadway?

There are currently 261 Apartments for Rent in Broadway, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,000 to $7,000. There are also 64 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Broadway ranging from $1,575 to $4,250.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Broadway?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Broadway ranges from $1,575 to $4,250 with an average monthly rent of $2,702.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Broadway?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Broadway range from $2,600 to $5,765, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,800 to $4,100. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,050.

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