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Apartments under $1,700 for Rent in Chelsea, MA

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  1. Building Photo - 155 Trenton St
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,175

    155 Trenton St

    155 Trenton St, Boston, MA 02128
  2. Building Photo - 14 Horace St
    1 BED
    $1,100
    Plus Fees - 12 Month Lease

    14 Horace St

    14 Horace St, Boston, MA 02128
  4. Building Photo - 48 Harvard St
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,700
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,700
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,700
         - 12 Month Lease

    48 Harvard St Unit 3

    48 Harvard St, Chelsea, MA 02150
  5. Building Photo - 16 5th St
    STUDIO, 1 BATH
    $1,550
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,550
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,550

    16 5th St Unit 8

    16 5th St, Chelsea, MA 02150
  6. Building Photo - 104 Beacon St
    STUDIO, 1 BATH
    $1,550
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,550
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,550

    104 Beacon St Unit 3

    104 Beacon St, Chelsea, MA 02150
  7. STUDIO, 1 BATH
    $1,495
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,495
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,495

    21 5th St Unit 5

    21 5th St, Chelsea, MA 02150
  8. STUDIO, 1 BATH
    $1,495
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,495
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,495

    16 5th St Unit 11

    16 5th St, Chelsea, MA 02150
  9. STUDIO, 1 BATH
    $1,495
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,495
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,495

    16 5th St Unit 3

    16 5th St, Chelsea, MA 02150
  10. STUDIO, 1 BATH
    $1,495
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,495
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,495

    16 5th St Unit 31

    16 5th St, Chelsea, MA 02150
  11. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,700
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,700
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,700

    93 Orange St Unit 1

    93 Orange St, Chelsea, MA 02150
  12. STUDIO, 1 BATH
    $1,550
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,550
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,550

    21 5th St Unit 26

    21 5th St, Chelsea, MA 02150
  13. STUDIO, 1 BATH
    $1,550
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,550
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,550

    104 Beacon St Unit 5

    104 Beacon St, Chelsea, MA 02150
  14. STUDIO, 1 BATH
    $1,495
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,495
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,495

    21 5th St Unit 24

    21 5th St, Chelsea, MA 02150
  15. STUDIO, 1 BATH
    $1,650
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,650
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,650

    104 Beacon St Unit 2

    104 Beacon St, Chelsea, MA 02150
  16. STUDIO, 1 BATH
    $1,495
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,495
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,495

    21 5th St Unit 1

    21 5th St, Chelsea, MA 02150
  17. STUDIO, 1 BATH
    $1,550
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,550
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,550

    104 Beacon St Unit 1A

    104 Beacon St, Chelsea, MA 02150
  18. STUDIO, 1 BATH
    $1,650
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,650
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,650

    102 Beacon St Unit 2B

    102 Beacon St, Chelsea, MA 02150

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Chelsea at a Glance

Average Rent

$2,421
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Average Rent in Chelsea
4

School Rating

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Schools in Chelsea
58

Some Transit

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Transportation in Chelsea
50

Somewhat Bikeable

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Transportation in Chelsea

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

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Getting Around Chelsea

Transportation

84

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.
50

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
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.
58

Good Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
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Education

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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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