Cheap Homes for Rent in Swampscott, MA from $1,350 (23 Rentals)

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property at 12 Chancery Ct
$1,350

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Base Rent$1,350

Total Monthly Price$1,350
2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent
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12 Chancery Ct

LynnMA01902
property at 66 Basset St
$1,595 - $1,650

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Base Rent$1,595

Total Monthly Price$1,595
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66 Basset St

LynnMA01902
property at 116-124A Central Ave
$1,760

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Base Rent$1,760

Total Monthly Price$1,760
1 Bedroom Rentals
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property at 25 Roslyn St
$1,790

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Base Rent$1,790

Total Monthly Price$1,790
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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25 Roslyn St

SalemMA01970
property at 299 Nahant Rd
$1,850

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Base Rent$1,850

Total Monthly Price$1,850
12 Month Lease Term
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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299 Nahant Rd, Unit 299 Nahant Rd, U9

299 Nahant Rd
NahantMA01908
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property at 203 Lewis St
$1,900

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Base Rent$1,900

Total Monthly Price$1,900
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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203 Lewis St

LynnMA01902

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property at 233 Lafayette St
$1,900 - $2,595

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Base Rent$1,900

Total Monthly Price$1,900
1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals
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233 Lafayette St

SalemMA01970
property at 299 Nahant Rd
$2,050

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Base Rent$2,050

Total Monthly Price$2,050
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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299 Nahant Rd

NahantMA01908
property at 299 Nahant Rd
$2,050

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Base Rent$2,050

Total Monthly Price$2,050
12 Month Lease Term
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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299 Nahant Rd, Unit 1

299 Nahant Rd
NahantMA01908
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property at 14 Essex St
$2,100

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Base Rent$2,100

Total Monthly Price$2,100
12 Month Lease Term
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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14 Essex St, Unit 14

14 Essex St
SwampscottMA01907

Swampscott, MA Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
BayView Apartments66 Basset St StudioStudio,1BA$1,595
Salem HighlandsStudio, non-renovatedStudio,1BA$1,700
MosaicStudiosStudio,1BA$1,725
University Square North1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,895
LD Eastern, LLC1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,900

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Swampscott, MA

As of September 06, 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Chestnut Street2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$0.23
3 Mace Pl, Unit 23 Mace Pl3BR,1BA$2.07
3 Mace Pl, Unit Second Floor Apartment 3 Mace Place, Lynn3 Mace Pl3BR,1BA$1.93
Eagle Rock Apartments at SwampscottB12BR,2BA$2.25
29 Savory St29 Savory St2BR,1BA$2.17
65 Eutaw Ave, Unit 65 Eutaw Ave, Lynn 1st floor65 Eutaw Ave2BR,1BA$2.17
111 Stetson Ave, Unit Unit 1111 Stetson Ave2BR,1BA$2.14
411 Broadway, Unit 2411 Broadway2BR,1BA$2.27
15 Hancock St, Unit 315 Hancock St1BR,1BA$2.00
230 Euclid Ave230 Euclid Ave2BR,1BA$2.34

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Frequently Asked Questions about Swampscott

What type of rentals are currently available in Swampscott?

There are currently 351 Apartments for Rent in Swampscott, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,100 to $4,930. There are also 73 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Swampscott ranging from $1,350 to $9,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Swampscott?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Swampscott ranges from $1,350 to $9,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,867.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Swampscott?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Swampscott range from $2,500 to $4,930, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,550 to $4,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,650 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,000.

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