
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Swansea, MA from $900 (44 Rentals)
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58 Prospect St

121-129-129 Fulton St

East Bay Warren

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46 Bay St, Unit 3

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56 Fulton St, Unit 1E

33 Malvey St

132 Narrows Rd, Unit 1
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132 Narrows Rd, Unit 1

429 Main St

1226 N Main St

The Christine Apartments

Shawomet Gardens

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95 Read St, Unit 2

107 Shawomet Ave, Unit 3

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70 Barrows St, Unit 1
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469 Mount Hope Ave, Unit 2

272 R Child St

132 Narrows Rd, Unit 1

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48 Warren Ave, Unit #1

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168 Brownell St, Unit 3

145 Market St, Unit 2

60 Murray St

Ashworth Lofts
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227 Brightman St, Unit 1

695 N Main St, Unit 8

675 N Main St, Unit 13

750 Davol St, Unit #119

134 Baldwin St

The Meadows Apartments

51 Union St
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132 Narrows Rd, Unit 1

229 Smith St

73 Orswell St

76 Stetson St

260 Fountain St

1831 S Main St

380 Buffinton St

North Main Commons
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The Highlands

655 Mt Hope Ave

430 North St, Unit 3
Swansea, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Swansea?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swansea Studio Apartments | $1,708 | $1,450 | $2,040 |
| Swansea 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,817 | $900 | $2,770 |
| Swansea 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,534 | $1,500 | $3,950 |
| Swansea 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,587 | $1,700 | $4,155 |
| Swansea 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,102 | $3,620 | $4,585 |
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Cheapest Available Swansea Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Swansea, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at Shawomet Gardens in the Highlands neighborhood priced from $1,650. The Highlands in the Highlands neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,695. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Swansea apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shawomet Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| The Highlands | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| The Meadows Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath (B) | 2BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| Commonwealth Landing Lofts | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| Ashworth Lofts | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Swansea, MA and Nearby
As of June 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Swansea area is the $1.42 price per square foot 656 June St Model at 656 June St, Unit 1 in the in the Highlands neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Swansea apartment is the 168 Brownell St Model at 168 Brownell St, Unit 3 starting at $1,700 with a $1.31 price per square foot in the South End 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 656 June St, Unit 1 | 656 June St | 3BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| 168 Brownell St, Unit 3 | 168 Brownell St | 3BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| 53 Bowker Terrace, Unit 2 | 53 Bowker Terrace | 3BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| 48 Warren Ave, Unit #1 | 48 Warren Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Ashworth Lofts | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| The Meadows Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath (B) | 2BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| 70 Barrows St, Unit 1 | 70 Barrows St | 2BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| The Highlands | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| 95 Read St, Unit 2 | 95 Read St | 2BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| 46 Bay St, Unit 3 | 46 Bay St | 2BR,1BA | $1.76 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Swansea Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Swansea Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Swansea Apartment is $1,650 at Shawomet Gardens.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Swansea Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Swansea is starting from $1,800 at Shawomet Gardens.
What is the most affordable Swansea Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Swansea Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Slade Farm Residences and starts from $3,260.
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