Cheap Homes for Rent in Lower Broadway Neighborhood of Chelsea, MA from $1,200 (122 Rentals)

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property at 298-300 Meridian St

$1,200

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$1,200

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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298-300 Meridian St

BostonMA02128

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property at 20 Lincoln St

$1,400 - $1,500

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$1,400 - $1,500

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4 Bedroom, 3 Bath Condo for Rent

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20 Lincoln St

SomervilleMA02145

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property at 21 5th St

$1,575

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21 5th St

ChelseaMA02150

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Lower Broadway, Chelsea, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Lower Broadway Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lower Broadway area of Boston, MA is a Studio unit found at 16 5th priced from $1,525. 10 Yeamans St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,625. Here are the most affordable Lower Broadway apartments for rent in Boston, MA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
16 5th0 Beds, 1 BathsStudio,1BA$1,525
10 Yeamans St0 Beds, 1 BathsStudio,1BA$1,625
The Charlestown - Senior Residences 62+1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,700
APTS in Everett, Malden, Chelsea & BostonBroadway 881 #14Studio,1BA$1,900
176 BroadwayOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lower Broadway, MA

As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lower Broadway area is the $0.02 price per square foot 28 Yeamans St Model at 28 Yeamans St, Unit 2 in the in the West Revere neighborhood starting from $2,250. The second greatest value Lower Broadway apartment is the 141 Cottage St Model at 141 Cottage St, Unit 2 starting at $2,800 with a $0.03 price per square foot in the Airport neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lower Broadway apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
28 Yeamans St, Unit 228 Yeamans St1BR,1BA$0.02
141 Cottage St, Unit 2141 Cottage St4BR,1BA$0.03
48 Harvard St, Unit 348 Harvard St1BR,1BA$0.17
110 Perkins St, Unit 7110 Perkins StStudio ,1BA$0.18
720 Bennington St, Unit 207720 Bennington StStudio ,1BA$0.19
42 S Russell St, Unit 342 S Russell StStudio ,1BA$0.23
66 Phillips St, Unit A66 Phillips StStudio ,1BA$0.21
50 S Russell St50 S Russell StStudio ,1BA$0.21
58 S Russell St, Unit 258 S Russell StStudio ,1BA$0.20
3 Nichols St, Unit 23 Nichols St1BR,1BA$0.20

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Lower Broadway, Chelsea, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions about Lower Broadway

What type of rentals are currently available in Lower Broadway?

There are currently 1803 Apartments for Rent in Lower Broadway, MA with pricing that ranges from $900 to $17,635. There are also 984 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Lower Broadway ranging from $1,200 to $12,000.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Lower Broadway ranges from $1,200 to $12,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,940.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Lower Broadway range from $1,100 to $11,630, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,275 to $9,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $900.

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