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Chelsea, AL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Chelsea Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Chelsea, AL is a 1 Bed unit found at The Avenues of Inverness in the Lake Purdy neighborhood priced from $822. Wood Springs in the Lake Purdy neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $854. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Chelsea apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Avenues of InvernessBroadmoor1BR,1BA$822
Wood SpringsAzaela1BR,1BA$854
Madison PlaceThe Cypress1BR,1BA$899
Brook Highland PlaceThe Hartford1BR,1BA$949
Colony WoodsThe Retreat1BR,1BA$995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chelsea, AL and Nearby

As of May 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Chelsea area is the $1.17 price per square foot 1 Bed | 1.5 Bath - Gardenia Model at Skylar Ridge in the in the Hoover Vestavia Hills neighborhood starting from $1,375. The second greatest value Chelsea apartment is the Double Oak Renovated Model at Aventura Oak Mountain starting at $1,434 with a $1.25 price per square foot in the Lake Purdy 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.
Skylar Ridge1 Bed | 1.5 Bath - Gardenia1BR,1.5BA$1.17
Aventura Oak MountainDouble Oak Renovated2BR,2BA$1.25
700 Riverchase Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.29
Brook Highland PlaceThe Charleston2BR,1BA$1.05
Terrace 312 Bedroom, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.20
The KenzieAltadena Renovated1BR,1BA$1.32
Summerchase at RiverchaseAdair1BR,1BA$1.40
Acasa Verandas at Rocky Ridge1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.28
Colony WoodsThe Retreat1BR,1BA$1.27
Madison PlaceThe Azalea1BR,1BA$1.28

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Frequently Asked Questions about Chelsea

What type of rentals are currently available in Chelsea?

There are currently 37 Apartments for Rent in Chelsea, AL with pricing that ranges from $822 to $3,944. There are also 47 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Chelsea ranging from $1,500 to $2,925.

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 $1,500 to $2,925 with an average monthly rent of $2,198.

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 $1,235 to $3,944, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,690 to $2,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,900 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,330.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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