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18 N 44th St

522 N 38th St

225 S Church St

1806 Jamestown Rd

104 N 27th St
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94 Peachtree Ln

131 Ashley Dr

120 Ashley Dr

109 Ashley Dr

21 Gundlach Pl

912 E Adams St
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546 N 40th St

607 S 11th St

139 Stacy Dr

75 Hillside Ln

8204 Church St

2928 Mary Irene St
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2609 Joyce Dr

511 Abend St
Swansea, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Swansea?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swansea 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,219 | $750 | $2,300 |
| Swansea 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,581 | $995 | $2,700 |
| Swansea 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,225 | $1,450 | $2,995 |
| Swansea 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,200 | $2,200 | $2,200 |
| Swansea 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,995 | $2,995 | $2,995 |
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Cheapest Available Swansea Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Swansea, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Brookside Apartments in the Belleville neighborhood priced from $730. Williamsburg Apartments in the Belleville neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $800. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Swansea apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brookside Apartments | 1 Bedroom Main Street | 1BR,1BA | $730 |
| Williamsburg Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Bouse Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $845 |
| 1101 S 74th St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| 722 Abend St | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Swansea, IL
As of July 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Swansea area is the $1.27 price per square foot 8 N Indiana Ave Model at 8 N Indiana Ave, Unit 8 in the in the Belleville neighborhood starting from $1,399. The second greatest value Swansea apartment is the 2BR/1.5BA Model at Reside Here Apartments & Rentals starting at $1,195 with a $1.09 price per square foot in the Belleville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Swansea apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 N Indiana Ave, Unit 8 | 8 N Indiana Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Reside Here Apartments & Rentals | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.09 |
| 1300 W Main St, Unit A | 1300 W Main St | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| 719 Caroline St, Unit 719 | 719 Caroline St | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Storyboard on Rockwood | Rockwood A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| 54 Ben Louis Dr | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Ben Louis Apartments | 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| 2314 Frank Scott Pky W, Unit 2314 frank scott parkway | 2314 Frank Scott Pky W | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Williamsburg Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Brookside Apartments | 1 Bedroom Updated Main Street | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Swansea?
There are currently 203 Apartments for Rent in Swansea, IL with pricing that ranges from $675 to $2,899. There are also 48 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Swansea ranging from $675 to $2,995.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Swansea?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Swansea ranges from $675 to $2,995 with an average monthly rent of $1,840.
Expert Rental Resources
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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
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Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.