What are the average rent costs in Chelsea, MA?

The average rent in Chelsea, MA is $2,556.

What are the average rent costs of a studio apartment in Chelsea, MA?

The average rent for a studio apartment in Chelsea, MA is $2,296.

What are the average rent costs of a one bedroom apartment in Chelsea, MA?

The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Chelsea, MA is $2,556.

What are the average rent costs of a two bedroom apartment in Chelsea, MA?

The average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment in Chelsea, MA is $2,967.

What are the average rent costs of a three bedroom apartment in Chelsea, MA?

The average rent for a 3 bedroom apartment in Chelsea, MA is $3,074.

Cheap Apartments for Rent in Chelsea, MA

1,258 Rentals

1 BED, 1 BATH

$1,100

299 Lexington St

299 Lexington St, Boston, MA 02128

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1 BED, 1 BATH

$1,200

22 Willard St Unit Room 5

22 Willard St, Chelsea, MA 02150

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STUDIO, 1 BATH

$1,495

16 5th St Unit 15

16 5th St, Chelsea, MA 02150
STUDIO, 1 BATH

$1,495

CHELSEA/BOSTON NO BROKER OR RENTAL FEES!! ... Unit 16-7

16 5th St, Chelsea, MA 02150
STUDIO, 1 BATH

$1,550

21 5th St Unit 24

21 5th St, Chelsea, MA 02150
STUDIO, 1 BATH

$1,550

16 5th St Unit 10

16 5th St, Chelsea, MA 02150
STUDIO, 1 BATH

$1,550

16 5th St Unit 2

16 5th St, Chelsea, MA 02150
STUDIO, 1 BATH

$1,550

16 5th St Unit 11

16 5th St, Chelsea, MA 02150
STUDIO, 1 BATH

$1,550

CHELSEA / BOSTON FULLY FURNISHED LUXURY ST... Unit 16-9

16 5th St, Chelsea, MA 02150
STUDIO, 1 BATH

$1,550

CHELSEA/BOSTON NO BROKER OR RENTAL FEES !!... Unit 16-14

16 5th St, Chelsea, MA 02150
STUDIO, 1 BATH

$1,595

104 Beacon St Unit 1

104 Beacon St, Chelsea, MA 02150
STUDIO, 1 BATH

$1,595

104 Beacon St Unit 3

104 Beacon St, Chelsea, MA 02150
1 BED, 1 BATH

$1,600

10 Yeamans St Unit 2

10 Yeamans St, Revere, MA 02151
STUDIO, 1 BATH

$1,650

14 Yeamans St Unit 306

14 Yeamans St, Revere, MA 02151
STUDIO, 1 BATH

$1,650

14 Yeamans St Unit 209

14 Yeamans St, Revere, MA 02151
STUDIO, 1 BATH

$1,650

14 Yeamans St Unit 1

14 Yeamans St, Revere, MA 02151
STUDIO, 1 BATH

$1,650

14 Yeamans St Unit 307

14 Yeamans St, Revere, MA 02151
STUDIO, 1 BATH

$1,650

CHELSEA/BOSTON NO BROKER OR RENTAL FEES !!... Unit 16-27

16 5th St, Chelsea, MA 02150
1 BED, 1 BATH

$1,700

48 Harvard St Unit 3

48 Harvard St, Chelsea, MA 02150
1 BED, 1 BATH

$1,750

26 Beacon St Unit 1

26 Beacon St, Chelsea, MA 02150
1 BED, 1 BATH

$1,750

26 Beacon St Unit 1

26 Beacon St, Chelsea, MA 02150
STUDIO, 1 BATH

$1,750

9 6th St Unit 6

9 6th St, Chelsea, MA 02150
STUDIO, 1 BATH

$1,750

9 6th St Unit 1

9 6th St, Chelsea, MA 02150
1 BED, 1 BATH

$1,800

4 Washington Ave Unit 38

4 Washington Ave, Chelsea, MA 02150
STUDIO, 1 BATH

$1,850

52 Washington Ave Unit 307

52 Washington Ave, Chelsea, MA 02150
1 BED, 1 BATH

$1,900

19 Harvard St Unit 2

19 Harvard St, Everett, MA 02149

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1 BED, 1 BATH

$1,950

33 Louis St Unit 1

33 Louis St, Chelsea, MA 02150
1 BED, 1 BATH

$1,950

36 Hawthorne St Unit 2

36 Hawthorne St, Chelsea, MA 02150
2 BEDS, 1 BATH

$1,950

36-40 Orange St Unit 36#2

36-40 Orange St, Chelsea, MA 02150
1 BED, 1 BATH

$1,950

36 Hawthorne St Unit 36-2

36 Hawthorne St, Chelsea, MA 02150
2 BEDS, 1 BATH

$1,950

36-40 Orange Unit 36#2 / 1st Floor

36-40 Orange St, Chelsea, MA 02150
2 BEDS

$1,994

The Box District

22 Gerrish Ave, Chelsea, MA 02150
1 BED, 1 BATH

$2,000

8 Curtis St Unit 6

8 Curtis St, Boston, MA 02128

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1 BED, 1 BATH

$2,000

75 Division St Unit 1

75 Division St, Chelsea, MA 02150
1 BED, 1 BATH

$2,000

3 Pembroke St Unit D

3 Pembroke St, Chelsea, MA 02150
1 BED, 1 BATH

$2,000+

3 BEDS, 1 BATH

$3,700+

17 Suffolk St

17 Suffolk St, Chelsea, MA 02150
1 BED, 1 BATH

$2,000

87 Broadway Unit 3

87 Broadway, Chelsea, MA 02150
1 BED, 1 BATH

$2,000

10 Yeamans St Unit 11

10 Yeamans St, Revere, MA 02151
1 BED, 1 BATH

$2,000

87 Broadway Unit 3

87 Broadway, Chelsea, MA 02150
1 BED, 1 BATH

$2,050

44 Lafayette Ave Unit 104

44 Lafayette Ave, Chelsea, MA 02150

Call (857) 323-9039
1 BED, 1 BATH

$2,050

44 Lafayette Ave Unit 104

44 Lafayette Ave, Chelsea, MA 02150
1 BED, 1 BATH

$2,100

74 Park St Unit 1

74 Park St, Chelsea, MA 02150

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Chelsea at a Glance

Average Rent

$2,556

(All bedrooms and property types)

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School Rating

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Some Transit

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Somewhat Bikeable

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Chelsea, MA Apartments for Rent

Located just across the Mystic River from Boston, Chelsea offers convenient city living 2.5 miles from downtown Boston. This compact city packs plenty into its 2.5 square miles, with a population of over 40,000 residents. Chelsea's history dates back to 1624, and today it serves as a transportation hub with the MBTA Silver Line and Commuter Rail providing access to downtown Boston and Logan Airport.

Apartments in Chelsea can be found throughout neighborhoods including Admirals Hill, Bellingham Square, and the Box District. Monthly rent for one-bedroom apartments typically starts around $2,500. The city continues to develop through projects like "Reimagining Broadway," which has enhanced the downtown area with improved streets and walkways. Chelsea features local restaurants serving international cuisine, shopping at Market Basket and nearby stores, and convenient access to Boston-area employment centers.

Renting in Chelsea

Average Rental Rates and Apartment Sizes

Apartment Type Average Sq Ft Average Rent
Studio 565 Sq Ft $2,296 / mo
1 Bedroom 704 Sq Ft $2,556 / mo
2 Bedrooms 1,027 Sq Ft $2,967 / mo
3 Bedrooms 1,150 Sq Ft $3,074 / mo

Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods in Chelsea

(For 1 bedroom apartments)

Neighborhoods Average Sq Ft Average Rent
Navel Hospital Boston District 1,303 Sq Ft $2,104/mo
Downtown Chelsea Res Dist 4,489 Sq Ft $2,176/mo
Lower Broadway 3,381 Sq Ft $2,229/mo
Broadway 1,396 Sq Ft $2,533/mo
Admirals Hill 686 Sq Ft $2,602/mo
Belingham Square 1,587 Sq Ft $2,678/mo
Addison-Orange 726 Sq Ft $2,683/mo

Getting Around Chelsea

Transportation

Very Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore^® Rating

You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you need a car.

Bikeable

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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you'll most likely want your car for most errands.

Good Transit

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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

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Education

College/University High School Elementary School

Bunker Hill Community College

Public University

Suffolk University

Private University

Emerson College

Private University

Tufts University, Boston Boston Campus

MIT

Private University

GreatSchools Rating

Chelsea High

Public High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,611 Students

GreatSchools Rating

William A Berkowitz Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public

Grades 1-4

453 Students

GreatSchools Rating

Edgar A Hooks Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public

Grades 1-4

498 Students

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Frank M Sokolowski Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public

Grades 1-4

495 Students

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