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33 N Margin St
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Room in Shared 3 bed/1 bath home
36 N Bennet St
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Room in Shared 3 bed/1 bath home
36 N Bennet St
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Room in Shared 3 bed/1 bath home
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452 Hanover St
BostonMA02113
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452 Hanover St
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33 N Margin St
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36 N Bennet
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Feb 11, 2026Furnished Bedroom with Private Bath in East Boston
1047 Saratoga StBoston, MA 02128
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Mar 2, 2026Furnished Private Bedroom in North End
15 Snow Hill StBoston, MA 02113
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$1,695
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50 Salt St
50 Salt StRevere, MA 02151
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50 Salt St
50 Salt StRevere, MA 02151
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Mar 1, 2026Furnished Bedroom with Private Bath in Charlestown
9 Hancock StBoston, MA 02129
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$1,815
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$1,470
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333 Great River Rd
333 Great River RdSomerville, MA 02145
67 Hancock St
BostonMA02114
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67 Hancock St
BostonMA02114
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428 Salem St, Unit 1
428 Salem St
MaldenMA02148
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$1,875
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$1,500
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22 Water St
22 Water StCambridge, MA 02141
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$1,885
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$1,530
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445 Artisan Way
445 Artisan WaySomerville, MA 02145
379 Meridian St
BostonMA02128
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20 Lincoln St, Unit 20 Lincoln Street Room A
20 Lincoln St
SomervilleMA02145
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$1,905
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22 Water St
22 Water StCambridge, MA 02141
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$1,955
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$1,560
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21 Charles St
21 Charles StCambridge, MA 02141
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$1,985
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$1,530
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50 Salt St
50 Salt StRevere, MA 02151
216 Revere Beach Pkwy
ChelseaMA02150
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$1,995
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1 Nashua St
1 Nashua StBoston, MA 02114
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1 Nashua St
1 Nashua StBoston, MA 02114
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55 Forest Ave
EverettMA02149
7 Grove St, Unit 2
7 Grove St
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333 Great River Rd
333 Great River RdSomerville, MA 02145
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$2,065
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$1,710
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449 Canal St
449 Canal StSomerville, MA 02145
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1030 Bennington St, Unit 15
1030 Bennington St
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Chelsea?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
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| Chelsea 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,320 | $1,895 | $8,500 |
| Chelsea 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,707 | $1,160 | $10,000+ |
| Chelsea 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,970 | $2,311 | $10,000+ |
| Chelsea 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,117 | $3,900 | $7,995 |
| Chelsea 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,500 | $6,000 | $8,000 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Horace St | 3 | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| The Charlestown - Senior Residences 62+ | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
| Altitude Apartments | Studio - Premium | Studio,1BA | $1,840 |
| Northgate Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,860 |
| Pratt Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1st Floor | 1BR,1BA | $1,869 |
| 176 Broadway | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chelsea, MA
As of December 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Chelsea area is the $0.20 price per square foot 18 Parmenter St Model at 18 Parmenter St, Unit 1 in the in the Financial District neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Chelsea apartment is the 54 S Russell St Model at 54 S Russell St, Unit 6 starting at $2,100 with a $0.21 price per square foot in the Financial District 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Parmenter St, Unit 1 | 18 Parmenter 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 |
| 8 Curtis St, Unit 6 | 8 Curtis St | 1BR,1BA | $0.20 |
| 48 Harvard St, Unit 3 | 48 Harvard St | 1BR,1BA | $0.17 |
| 75 Division St, Unit 1 | 75 Division St | 1BR,1BA | $0.20 |
| 720 Bennington St, Unit 207 | 720 Bennington St | Studio ,1BA | $0.19 |
| 3 Pembroke St, Unit D | 3 Pembroke St | 1BR,1BA | $0.20 |
| 42 S Russell St, Unit 3 | 42 S Russell St | Studio ,1BA | $0.21 |
| 767 Broadway, Unit #4 | 767 Broadway | 1BR,1BA | $0.19 |
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Eugene Wright Science And Technology Academy
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chelsea
What type of rentals are currently available in Chelsea?
There are currently 1846 Apartments for Rent in Chelsea, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,050 to $25,795. There are also 859 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Chelsea ranging from $1,160 to $16,200.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Chelsea?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Chelsea ranges from $1,160 to $16,200 with an average monthly rent of $4,363.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Chelsea?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Chelsea range from $2,300 to $25,795, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,160 to $16,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,311 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,050.
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