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Highlights
- Hardwood floors
- Cable ready
- High-speed internet
Location
42 Williams St #42E, Chelsea, MA 02150, USA|Lower Broadway
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Property Overview
42 Williams St #42E offers hardwood floors, cable readiness, and high-speed internet, with large windows that bring in natural light. It also stands out for value per square foot and may appeal to those working from home, with nearby internet options and a coworking space or cafe within 1 mile.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
More space
Great for
Work-from-home
Amenities for 42 Williams St #42E, Lower Broadway
Apartment Amenities
| Hardwood Floor |
Tech
| Cable Ready | High-Speed Internet |
Grounds
| Assigned Parking |
Neighborhood
| Fantastic Location | Near Public Transportation |
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Policies and fees
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One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Parking Policy
Assigned Parking
Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
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About 42 Williams St #42E
Call today about this beautiful Chelsea apartment. Plenty of space, natural light, and a charm all its own greet you every time you come home to this 1-bedroom apartment. Neighborhood amenities include dining, shopping, access to public transit, and more! You will love calling 42 Williams St. home. • Hardwood Floors • Near Public Transportation • High-Speed Internet • Fantastic Location • Cable Ready Move-In Costs & Fees: Parking Fee: $200 / month (optional) Disclaimer: The information in this listing may have been gathered from third-party sources, including the owner and/or public records. Listings are subject to errors and omissions. Encore Living disclaims any and all representations or warranties as to the accuracy of this information. Encore Living is an Equal Housing Opportunity Agency. Photos may not always be of the similar apartment in a property (staged unit). All photos marked with the TrueShoot watermark have been digitally enhanced to improve room appearance and lighti
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 42 Williams St, Chelsea, MA 02150, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 1-bedroom is 318 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 0.4 miles away
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 5 photos available for this property
- No laundry facilities available
- This property doesn't offer on-site washers and dryers
Address details
| Neighborhood | Lower Broadway |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 02150 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Lower Broadway
1-bedroom apartments at 42 Williams St #42E cost about the same as the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Chelsea.
Median rents as of Nov 7 2026.
Lower Broadway
Chelsea
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $2,298 |
| December 2024 | $2,256 |
| January 2025 | $2,223 |
| February 2025 | $2,214 |
| March 2025 | $2,200 |
| April 2025 | $2,208 |
| May 2025 | $2,185 |
| June 2025 | $2,191 |
| July 2025 | $2,200 |
| August 2025 | $2,536 |
| September 2025 | $2,183 |
| October 2025 | $2,112 |
| November 2025 | $2,121 |
| December 2025 | $2,212 |
| January 2026 | $2,180 |
| February 2026 | $2,199 |
| March 2026 | $2,335 |
| April 2026 | $2,231 |
| May 2026 | $2,246 |
| June 2026 | $2,267 |
| July 2026 | $2,407 |
| August 2026 | $2,371 |
| September 2026 | $2,216 |
| October 2026 | $2,210 |
| November 2026 | $2,200 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $2,100 |
| December 2024 | $2,125 |
| January 2025 | $2,225 |
| February 2025 | $2,200 |
| March 2025 | $2,210 |
| April 2025 | $2,212 |
| May 2025 | $2,130 |
| July 2025 | $2,200 |
| August 2025 | $2,064 |
| September 2025 | $2,060 |
| October 2025 | $2,047 |
| November 2025 | $1,970 |
| December 2025 | $1,950 |
| January 2026 | $1,950 |
| February 2026 | $1,950 |
| May 2026 | $1,950 |
| June 2026 | $1,968 |
| July 2026 | $2,097 |
| August 2026 | $2,210 |
| September 2026 | $2,237 |
| October 2026 | $2,240 |
| November 2026 | $2,200 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 42 Williams St #42E?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income
$88,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $88,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $2,200.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 months ago | $2,200 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 3 months ago | $2,200 | 1 bed | 1 bath | |
| 2 years ago | $2,150 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 2 years ago | $2,200 | 1 bed | 1 bath | |
| 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 2 years ago | $2,200 | 1 bed | 1 bath | |
| 2 years ago | $2,200 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 2 years ago | $2,200 | 1 bed | 1 bath | |
| 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 5 years ago | $1,550 | 1 bed | 1 bath | |
| 5 years ago | $1,550 | 1 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 42 Williams St #42E
Shurtleff Early Childhood
99 hawthorn st
chelsea, MA, 2150
PK, K-1Public
B-
Webster Extension
548 broadway
everett, MA, 2149
PKPublic
Capic Head Start
67 crescent ave
chelsea, MA, 2150
PKPublic
George F. Kelly Elementary School
300 crescent ave
chelsea, MA, 2150
1-6Public
C-
William A. Berkowitz Elementary School
300 crescent ave
chelsea, MA, 2150
1-4Public
C
Getting around Chelsea near 42 Williams St #42E
Walking
10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
6/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.
Cycling
6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
9/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.
Points of interest for 42 Williams St #42E, Chelsea
Groceries
9/10
Exceptional variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
9/10
Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk
Cafes
10/10
Exceptional variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
9/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Parks
9/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk
Nightlife
9/10
Wide variety of bars within a few minutes' walk
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