
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Olmsted Neighborhood of Swampscott, MA from $925 (40 Rentals)
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215 Burrill St

14 Essex St, Unit 14

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BayView Apartments

38 Estes St, Unit 4

32 Chestnut St, Unit 8

50 Baldwin St

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Mosaic
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32 Chestnut St, Unit 1

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Breakwater North Harbor

38 Estes St, Unit 12

38 Estes St, Unit 15

77 Green St, Unit 3

19 Halford Pl

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175 Ocean St

70 Mudge St
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23 Central Ave, Unit 505

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The Vault

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The Oxford Lynn

14 Amity St

57 Wardwell Ave

134 Fayette St, Unit #2

67 Tudor St, Unit 27
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300 Lynn Shore Dr

145 Munroe St, Unit 301

87 Oxford St, Unit 501

33-35 Essex Ct, Unit 2

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31 Walter St

31 Groveland St

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12 Chancery Ct
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Floating Bridge Pond

66 Basset St

131 Ocean St

203 Lewis St

LD Eastern, LLC

20 High Street Lynn, MA 01902

Gateway North
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Olmsted, Swampscott, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Olmsted?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Olmsted Studio Apartments | $1,860 | $1,595 | $2,275 |
| Olmsted 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,218 | $1,700 | $2,800 |
| Olmsted 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,907 | $1,750 | $4,100 |
| Olmsted 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,424 | $2,799 | $4,930 |
| Olmsted 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,216 | $3,000 | $3,650 |
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There are currently 40 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Olmsted Neighborhood of Swampscott, MA.
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Cheapest Available Olmsted Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Olmsted area of Boston, MA is a Studio unit found at BayView Apartments priced from $1,595. Mosaic has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,725. Here are the most affordable Olmsted apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| BayView Apartments | 66 Basset St Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
| Mosaic | Studios | Studio,1BA | $1,725 |
| LD Eastern, LLC | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| 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 |
| Chestnut Street | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2,250 |
| Breakwater North Harbor | A1C | 1BR,1BA | $2,310 |
| The Westcott Swampscott | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,395 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Olmsted, MA
As of September 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Olmsted 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 Olmsted 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 Olmsted apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | $2.18 |
| Vavel Apartments | A1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.80 |
| 65 Eutaw Ave, Unit 65 Eutaw Ave, Lynn 1st floor | 65 Eutaw Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.17 |
| Bell North Shore | A1C | 1BR,1BA | $3.07 |
| 24 Mount Vernon Apartments | Renovated 2-bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.84 |
| 31 Walter St | 31 Walter St | 2BR,1BA | $2.47 |
| 11-17 Beach Road Apartments | 17 Beach Road 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.12 |
| Breakwater North Harbor | A1C | 1BR,1BA | $3.54 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Olmsted Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Olmsted?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Olmsted is at BayView Apartments listed at $1,595.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Olmsted Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Olmsted Apartment is $1,650 at BayView Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Olmsted Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Olmsted is starting from $2,250 at Chestnut Street.
What is the most affordable Olmsted Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Olmsted Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Westcott Swampscott and starts from $3,995.
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