
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Swampscott, MA from $1,100 (52 Rentals)
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215 Burrill St

14 Essex St, Unit 14

40R Highland Ave

376 Washington St

BayView Apartments

38 Estes St, Unit 4

32 Chestnut St, Unit 8

Salem Highlands

50 Baldwin St
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Mosaic

116-124A Central Ave, Unit 25

116-124A Central Ave, Unit 46

32 Chestnut St, Unit 1

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Breakwater North Harbor

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Caldwell

299 Nahant Rd, Unit 299 Nahant Rd, U9

38 Estes St, Unit 15

38 Estes St, Unit 12

77 Green St, Unit 3
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233 Lafayette St, Unit 25

19 Halford Pl

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15 Hancock St, Unit 3

175 Ocean St

70 Mudge St

299 Nahant Rd, Unit 1

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The Vault

23 Central Ave, Unit 505

23 Central Ave, Unit 605
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The Oxford Lynn

67 Tudor St, Unit 27

300 Lynn Shore Dr

14 Amity St

57 Wardwell Ave

134 Fayette St, Unit #2

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Fairweather Apartments (Age 62+ Community)

12 Chancery Ct

Cobbet Hill
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327 Jefferson Ave

143 Canal St

64 Market St

Floating Bridge Pond

66 Basset St

116-124A Central Ave

131 Ocean St

University Square North

278 Lafayette St

203 Lewis St
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Swampscott?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Swampscott Studio Apartments | $1,897 | $1,100 | $2,389 |
| Cheap Swampscott 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,301 | $1,200 | $2,996 |
| Cheap Swampscott 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,855 | $1,750 | $4,100 |
| Cheap Swampscott 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,203 | $2,500 | $4,930 |
| Cheap Swampscott 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,487 | $3,000 | $4,300 |
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Cheapest Available Swampscott Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Swampscott, MA is a Studio unit found at BayView Apartments in the East Lynn neighborhood priced from $1,595. Salem Highlands in the South Salem neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Swampscott apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| BayView Apartments | 66 Basset St Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
| Salem Highlands | Studio, non-renovated | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
| Mosaic | Studios | Studio,1BA | $1,725 |
| University Square North | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| LD Eastern, LLC | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| Breakwater North Harbor | S1B | Studio,1BA | $2,000 |
| 175 Ocean St | The Threes | 1BR,1BA | $2,000 |
| The Vault | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,050 |
| The Oxford Lynn | 1 Bed - 05 | 1BR,1BA | $2,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Swampscott, MA
As of September 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Swampscott area is the $0.23 price per square foot 2BR/1.0BA Model at Chestnut Street in the in the East Lynn neighborhood starting from $2,250. The second greatest value Swampscott apartment is the 3 Mace Pl Model at 3 Mace Pl, Unit 2 starting at $2,799 with a $2.07 price per square foot in the East Lynn 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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| Chestnut Street | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.23 |
| 3 Mace Pl, Unit 2 | 3 Mace Pl | 3BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| Eagle Rock Apartments at Swampscott | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.25 |
| 29 Savory St | 29 Savory St | 2BR,1BA | $2.17 |
| 65 Eutaw Ave, Unit 65 Eutaw Ave, Lynn 1st floor | 65 Eutaw Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.17 |
| 411 Broadway, Unit 2 | 411 Broadway | 2BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| 15 Hancock St, Unit 3 | 15 Hancock St | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 230 Euclid Ave | 230 Euclid Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.34 |
| 31 Walter St | 31 Walter St | 2BR,1BA | $2.47 |
| University Square North | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.43 |
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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 BayView Apartments listed at $1,595.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Swampscott Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Swampscott Apartment is $1,650 at BayView Apartments.
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 Chestnut Street.
What is the most affordable Swampscott Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Swampscott Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Westcott Swampscott and starts from $3,995.
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