
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Swampscott, MA from $900 (27 Rentals)
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Market Street Apartments

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64 Market St

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Swampscott, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Swampscott?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Swampscott Studio Apartments | $1,812 | $1,100 | $2,450 |
Swampscott 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,478 | $1,499 | $7,200 |
Swampscott 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,265 | $2,000 | $10,000+ |
Swampscott 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,510 | $2,700 | $9,478 |
Swampscott 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,975 | $3,950 | $4,000 |
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Cheapest Available Swampscott Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Swampscott, MA is a Studio unit found at Market Street Apartments in the Central neighborhood priced from $1,495. BayView Apartments in the East Lynn neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,500. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Swampscott apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Market Street Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
BayView Apartments | 66 Studio Classic | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
THE ESSEX | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
Caldwell | S2 | Studio,1BA | $1,955 |
24 Mount Vernon Apartments | Renovated Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,025 |
The Oxford Lynn | 1 Bed - 06 | 1BR,1BA | $2,050 |
The Vault | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Swampscott, MA and Nearby
As of June 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Swampscott area is the $0.16 price per square foot 0BR/1.0BA Model at THE ESSEX in the in the Central neighborhood starting from $1,595. The second greatest value Swampscott apartment is the 150 Allen Ave Model at 150 Allen Ave, Unit 1 starting at $2,900 with a $1.87 price per square foot in the Central neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Swampscott apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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THE ESSEX | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $0.16 |
150 Allen Ave, Unit 1 | 150 Allen Ave | 3BR,3BA | $1.87 |
117 Loring Ave, Unit 1st floor | 117 Loring Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.07 |
15 Geneva St, Unit 3 | 15 Geneva St | 2BR,1BA | $1.81 |
20 Geneva St, Unit 3 | 20 Geneva St | 2BR,1BA | $1.81 |
14 Michigan Ave, Unit 14 Michigan Ave Lynn | 14 Michigan Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.31 |
12 Michigan Ave, Unit 12 Michigan Ave Lynn #2 | 12 Michigan Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.31 |
21 Blaney St, Unit #1 | 21 Blaney St | 2BR,1BA | $2.25 |
1006 Paradise Rd, Unit #1-N | 1006 Paradise Rd | 2BR,2BA | $2.41 |
20 High Street Lynn, MA 01902 | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.40 |
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Walk Score®
74 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
42 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Swampscott Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Swampscott?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Swampscott is at Market Street Apartments listed at $1,495.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Swampscott Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Swampscott Apartment is $2,050 at The Oxford Lynn.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Swampscott Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Swampscott is starting from $2,250 at Market Street Apartments.
What is the most affordable Swampscott Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Swampscott Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Landing at Vinnin Square and starts from $4,791.
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