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Swansea, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Swansea Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Swansea, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at 215 anderson lane A in the OFallon neighborhood priced from $825. Bouse Apartment Homes in the Metro East neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $845. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Swansea apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
215 anderson lane A1 BR / 1 BA1BR,1BA$825
Bouse Apartment Homes1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$845
Green Door ApartmentsSave up to $500 off Move In Costs with your EXC...1BR,1BA$1,000
Storyboard on RockwoodRockwood A11BR,1BA$1,040
Shiloh Commons HoldingsB2 2 Bed | 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,202

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Swansea, IL

As of July 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Swansea area is the $1.28 price per square foot Wisteria B3 Model at Storyboard on Wisteria in the in the Willow Walk neighborhood starting from $1,599. The second greatest value Swansea apartment is the 1909 Menard Dr Model at 1909 Menard Dr, Unit 1909 Menard Dr starting at $1,350 with a $1.13 price per square foot in the Green Mount Manor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Swansea apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Storyboard on WisteriaWisteria B32BR,2BA$1.28
1909 Menard Dr, Unit 1909 Menard Dr1909 Menard Dr2BR,1BA$1.13
Reside Here Apartments & Rentals2BR/1.5BA2BR,1.5BA$1.14
215 anderson lane A2 BR / 1 BA2BR,1BA$1.07
8612 W Main St, Unit # 6 First floor Age 55 and over8612 W Main St2BR,2BA$0.98
Winchester Place Apartments2 Bedroom / 2 Bath 980 sq ft2BR,2BA$1.35
1 Briargate Lane, Unit Apt. 21 Briargate Lane2BR,1BA$0.95
Storyboard on RockwoodRockwood A11BR,1BA$1.16
Storyboard on 40th40th A11BR,1BA$1.28
Bouse Apartment Homes1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.36

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Frequently Asked Questions about Swansea

What type of rentals are currently available in Swansea?

There are currently 245 Apartments for Rent in Swansea, IL with pricing that ranges from $725 to $3,200. There are also 51 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Swansea ranging from $750 to $3,400.

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 $750 to $3,400 with an average monthly rent of $1,496.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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