
Cheap Homes for Rent in Chelsea, MI from $1,400 (9 Rentals)
Cheap Homes in Chelsea.


446 E Michigan Ave

1031 E Summerfield Glen Cir

555 Norvell Beach Dr
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1047 E Summerfield Glen Cir
Chelsea, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Chelsea?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Chelsea 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,185 | $1,750 | $2,600 |
Chelsea 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,837 | $1,495 | $4,000 |
Chelsea 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,521 | $2,700 | $4,200 |
Chelsea 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,500 | $5,500 | $5,500 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Chelsea, MI
Pricing Updated: 05/08/2025Current apartment rentals in the Chelsea, MI area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Chelsea Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Heritage Pointe | $2,100 | $2,100 | 1 |
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. Brown Street Apartments in the Chapel Hill neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,200. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Chelsea apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Pinckney Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
Brown Street Apartments | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,200 |
Lakestone Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,212 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chelsea, MI and Nearby
As of May 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Chelsea area is the $1.91 price per square foot 2 Bed- Downstairs Model at Centerra Pointe in the in the Old West Side neighborhood starting from $2,690. The second greatest value Chelsea apartment is the 2 bedroom 2 bathroom Model at Chestnut Hills starting at $2,250 with a $1.65 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Centerra Pointe | 2 Bed- Downstairs | 2BR,2BA | $1.91 |
Chestnut Hills | 2 bedroom 2 bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.65 |
Cattail Lane Townhomes | Townhome | 3BR,2BA | $1.58 |
Cambridge Club | Harvard | 2BR,2BA | $1.65 |
Lakestone Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
The Park at Sagebrush Circle | Beech | 2BR,2BA | $1.83 |
Manchester West | The Poseidon | 2BR,2BA | $1.95 |
Arbor Landings | Fir | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
Brown Street Apartments | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
Hillcrest / Park Place | The Cedar | 2BR,1BA | $1.76 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chelsea
What type of rentals are currently available in Chelsea?
There are currently 48 Apartments for Rent in Chelsea, MI with pricing that ranges from $899 to $9,400. There are also 35 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Chelsea ranging from $1,400 to $5,500.
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 $1,400 to $5,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,088.
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 $1,350 to $3,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,495 to $4,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,700 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $999.
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