
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Chelsea Neighborhood of Decatur, GA from $800 (103 Rentals)
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1377 Scott Blvd
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139 E Hill St, Unit 42

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1010 Scott Blvd, Unit D4

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Chelsea, Decatur, GA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chelsea?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chelsea Studio Apartments | $1,762 | $1,149 | $3,536 |
| Chelsea 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,009 | $850 | $6,076 |
| Chelsea 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,518 | $825 | $8,714 |
| Chelsea 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,220 | $830 | $10,000+ |
| Chelsea 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,086 | $4,086 | $4,086 |
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There are currently 103 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Chelsea Neighborhood of Decatur, GA.
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Cheapest Available Chelsea Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Chelsea area of Atlanta, GA is a 1 Bed unit found at Maple Place Apartments priced from $1,095. The Residence at 1743 N Decatur has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,149. Here are the most affordable Chelsea apartments for rent in Atlanta, GA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maple Place Apartments | 1414 Euclid | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| The Residence at 1743 N Decatur | Small Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,149 |
| The Avenues of North Decatur | The Berkley | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Spoke Apartments | S2A | Studio,1BA | $1,225 |
| Paces Park | The Inman | 1BR,1BA | $1,232 |
| 401 Clifton Rd NE | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,349 |
| Commons of East Lake | 2x1r850 | 2BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| The Baxter | A5 | 1BR,1BA | $1,375 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chelsea, GA
As of July 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Chelsea area is the $1.07 price per square foot 2162 Heritage Heights Model at 2162 Heritage Heights, Unit Heritage Heights in the in the Toco Hills neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Chelsea apartment is the B2 Renovated Model at Aventura Decatur starting at $2,149 with a $1.70 price per square foot in the Downtown Decatur 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2162 Heritage Heights, Unit Heritage Heights | 2162 Heritage Heights | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Aventura Decatur | B2 Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.70 |
| Clairmont Reserve Apartment Homes | The Emory | 2BR,2BA | $1.58 |
| Alaire at Morningside | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.64 |
| 139 E Hill St, Unit 42 | 139 E Hill St | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.66 |
| Campus Crossings Briarcliff | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.24 |
| 717 Scott Blvd, Unit 717 Scott Blvd Unit #A | 717 Scott Blvd | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| 1377 Scott Blvd | 1377 Scott Blvd | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Enclave Oakhurst Village | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath - 73269 | 2BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| The Avenues of North Decatur | The Berkley | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
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Among cities in Georgia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Chelsea Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Chelsea?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Chelsea is under $1,375.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Chelsea?
The cheapest apartment in Chelsea is Maple Place Apartments which is listed at $1,095, while the average apartment in Chelsea costs $7,047.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Chelsea?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 66 regular apartments in Chelsea that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Chelsea?
Cheap apartments in Chelsea have an average cost of $444 which is $6,603 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Chelsea.
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