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| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swampscott Studio Apartments | $1,950 | $1,100 | $2,444 |
| Swampscott 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,288 | $1,500 | $3,200 |
Swampscott 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,913 | $2,100 | $6,904 |
| Swampscott 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,209 | $2,400 | $4,525 |
| Swampscott 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,196 | $3,200 | $10,000+ |
The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Swampscott, MA is found at Vavel Apartments in the South Salem neighborhood and is 1,464 square feet priced from $3,950. Bell North Shore has the second largest 2 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,345 square feet and currently listed start at $3,135. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in Swampscott:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vavel Apartments | A7 | 1,464 Sq Ft | $3,950 |
| Bell North Shore | B2E | 1,345 Sq Ft | $3,135 |
| Eagle Rock Apartments at Swampscott | B1 | 1,300 Sq Ft | $2,699 |
| Lore | 2B | 1,176 Sq Ft | $3,108 |
| Hawthorne Commons | The Hawkins | 1,093 Sq Ft | $2,749 |
| Breakwater North Harbor | B2K | 1,087 Sq Ft | $2,735 |
| Salem Highlands | 2 Bedroom Renovated | 1,082 Sq Ft | $2,400 |
| Caldwell | M2B-1 | 1,061 Sq Ft | $3,130 |
| Traders Row | B2D | 1,051 Sq Ft | $3,150 |
| The Vault | 2BR/1.0BA | 1,046 Sq Ft | $2,650 |
As of April 21, 2026 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Swampscott, MA is the Dog Friendly Two Bedroom Standard Model starting from $2,260 at Princeton Crossing in the South Salem neighborhood. The second most affordable Swampscott 2 Bedroom is the The Ones Model at 175 Ocean St starting at $2,300 in the East Lynn neighborhood. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Swampscott is currently $2,913. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in Swampscott:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Princeton Crossing | Dog Friendly Two Bedroom Standard | $2,260 |
| 175 Ocean St | The Ones | $2,300 |
| Salem Highlands | 2 Bedroom, non-renovated | $2,400 |
| Cove164 | B1B | $2,570 |
| 11-17 Beach Road Apartments | 17 Beach Road | $2,600 |
| The Vault | 2BR/1.0BA | $2,650 |
| Eagle Rock Apartments at Swampscott | B1 | $2,699 |
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Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in Swampscott is at Princeton Crossing listed at $2,260.
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Swampscott is $2,913.
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Swampscott is a 1,464 square feet unit starting from $3,950 at Vavel Apartments.
The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Swampscott is currently 1,025 sq ft.
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