Cheap Apartments for Rent in Chelsea, MI from $900 (26 Rentals)

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Village Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

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250 Wilkinson StChelsea, MI 48118
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807 W Madison St
2 Bedroom Apartments

807 W Madison St

807 W Madison StAnn Arbor, MI 48103
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324 S Ashley St
1 Bedroom Apartments

324 S Ashley St

324 S Ashley StAnn Arbor, MI 48104
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Chelsea, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Chelsea Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Chelsea, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Pinckney Apartments in the Brookside neighborhood priced from $1,000. Atrio Apartment Homes in the North Central Ann Arbor neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,195. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Chelsea apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Pinckney ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,000
Atrio Apartment HomesOne-Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,195
Brown Street Apartments2-Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,200
Lakestone Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,207
Courthouse Square - A 55+ CommunityUpgraded 2 bedrooms 2 bath2BR,2BA$1,250
Hillcrest / Park PlaceThe Sycamore1BR,1BA$1,299
Wyndham Hill Apartments1.11BR,1BA$1,300
Manchester FlatsThe Adam2BR,1BA$1,429
Manchester WestThe Aphrodite1BR,1BA$1,499
911 South Main Street6-Bed6BR,6BA$1,500

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chelsea, MI and Nearby

As of July 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Chelsea area is the $1.25 price per square foot home Model at 807 S Main St in the in the North Central Ann Arbor neighborhood starting from $2,750. The second greatest value Chelsea apartment is the 2 bedroom 2 bathroom Model at Chestnut Hills starting at $2,350 with a $1.72 price per square foot in the Ann Arbor Scio neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Chelsea apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
807 S Main Sthome3BR,1BA$1.25
Chestnut Hills2 bedroom 2 bathroom2BR,2BA$1.72
Cattail Lane TownhomesTownhome3BR,2BA$1.58
Meadowbrook VillageThe Starling2BR,2BA$1.57
442 3rd StTwo-Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.89
Lakestone Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.22
Manchester WestThe Poseidon2BR,2BA$1.84
Brown Street Apartments2-Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.33
Arbor LandingsHolly1BR,1BA$1.76
Courthouse Square - A 55+ CommunityUpgraded 2 bedrooms 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.56

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Chelsea, MI

Ranked #39

Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
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Getting Around Chelsea, MI

Walk Score®

39 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

37 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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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 Hoover + Greene listed at $2,050.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Chelsea Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Chelsea Apartment is $1,000 at Pinckney Apartments.

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 $1,200 at Brown Street Apartments.

What is the most affordable Chelsea Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Chelsea Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Cattail Lane Townhomes and starts from $1,900.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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