Cheap Homes for Rent in Chelsea, MI from $1,400 (15 Rentals)

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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. Courthouse Square - A 55+ Community in the Chapel Hill neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,150. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Chelsea apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Pinckney ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,000
Courthouse Square - A 55+ CommunityUpgraded 1 bedroom 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,150
Jackson West1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,185
Brown Street Apartments2-Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,200
Lakestone Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,207

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chelsea, MI and Nearby

As of July 13, 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$1.59
Lakestone Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.22
Jackson West2 Bed, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.52
Brown Street Apartments2-Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.33
Arbor LandingsHolly1BR,1BA$1.76
Wyndham Hill ApartmentsCUI2B1B2BR,1BA$1.55
Courthouse Square - A 55+ CommunityUpgraded 1 bedroom 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.99

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Frequently Asked Questions about Chelsea

What type of rentals are currently available in Chelsea?

There are currently 52 Apartments for Rent in Chelsea, MI with pricing that ranges from $1,000 to $9,400. There are also 39 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Chelsea ranging from $1,450 to $15,000.

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 $1,450 to $15,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,498.

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 $1,334 to $4,221, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,200 to $5,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,950 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $6,400.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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