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property at 33 Sunset Dr

33 Sunset Dr

PeabodyMA01960
property at 116 Lafayette St

116 Lafayette St

SalemMA01970
property at 49 Munroe St

49 Munroe St

LynnMA01901

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property at 80 Sagamore St

80 Sagamore St

LynnMA01902

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property at 25 Roslyn St

25 Roslyn St

SalemMA01970
property at 299 Nahant Rd

299 Nahant Rd

NahantMA01908
property at 297 Nahant Rd

297 Nahant Rd, Unit 1

297 Nahant Rd
NahantMA01908
property at 56 Johnson St

56 Johnson St

LynnMA01902
property at 229 Lafayette St

229 Lafayette St, Unit 10

229 Lafayette St
SalemMA01970

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property at 233 Lafayette St

233 Lafayette St

SalemMA01970

Swampscott, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Swampscott Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Swampscott, MA is a Studio unit found at BayView Apartments in the East Lynn neighborhood priced from $1,650. University Square North in the South Salem neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,750. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Swampscott apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
BayView Apartments135 Ocean StStudio,1BA$1,650
University Square North0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,750
175 Ocean StThe Twos1BR,1BA$1,800
CaldwellS1Studio,1BA$1,935
Mosaic0 Beds, 1 BathsStudio,1BA$1,945

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Swampscott, MA and Nearby

As of November 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Swampscott area is the $0.35 price per square foot 124 Chestnut St Model at 124 Chestnut St, Unit 002R in the in the East Lynn neighborhood starting from $3,500. The second greatest value Swampscott apartment is the A4 Model at Vavel Apartments starting at $3,600 with a $2.51 price per square foot in the South Salem 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.
124 Chestnut St, Unit 002R124 Chestnut St5BR,2BA$0.35
Vavel ApartmentsA42BR,2BA$2.51
12 Michigan Ave, Unit 12 Michigan Ave Lynn #212 Michigan Ave3BR,1BA$1.92
Eagle Rock Apartments at SwampscottB12BR,2BA$2.33
24 King St, Unit 24 King Street24 King St3BR,1BA$2.52
6 Arthur St, Unit 36 Arthur St2BR,1BA$2.45
8 Rock Cliff Rd, Unit 18 Rock Cliff Rd1BR,1BA$2.40
18 Rockingham St, Unit 318 Rockingham St3BR,1BA$2.63
351 Essex St, Unit 2351 Essex St2BR,1BA$2.44
31 Walter St, Unit 331 Walter St2BR,1BA$2.57

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Frequently Asked Questions about Swampscott

What type of rentals are currently available in Swampscott?

There are currently 348 Apartments for Rent in Swampscott, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,550 to $4,603. There are also 71 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Swampscott ranging from $910 to $10,000.

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 $910 to $10,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,096.

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 $2,300 to $4,603, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,550 to $9,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,000.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Boston, MA

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

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