
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Swansea, MA from $1,300 (50 Rentals)
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132 Narrows Rd

East Bay Warren

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56 Fulton St, Unit 1E, Unit 1E

7 Coggeshall Ave

Warren Apartments

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46 Bay St, Unit 3, Unit 3

1226 N Main St

The Christine Apartments

226 Brightman St
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Shawomet Gardens

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168 Brownell St, Unit 3, Unit 3

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70 Barrows St, Unit 1, Unit 1

272 Child St, Unit 2

272 R Child St

168 Fulton St

145 Market St, Unit 2

Ashworth Lofts

695 N Main St, Unit 8

675 N Main St, Unit 13
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715 N Main St

715 N Main St, Unit 5

68 Wood St

51 Union St

The Meadows Apartments

1690 N Main St

Commonwealth Landing Lofts

134 Baldwin St

750 Davol St, Unit #119, Unit #119

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45 Slater St, Unit 1, Unit 1
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Tourister Mill

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31 Friendship St, Unit 1, Unit 1

739 Rock St

297 Lindsey St

229 Smith St

235-237-237 State Rd

260 Fountain St

The Highlands

77 Massasoit St

North Main Commons
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41 Donnelly St

5455 N Main St

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139 Oliver St

Border City Mills

23 Rock St

1190 Stafford Rd

121 Almy St, Unit 1, Unit 1

21 Jones St

170 King St
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Swansea, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Swansea?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Swansea Studio Apartments | $1,643 | $1,450 | $2,040 |
| Cheap Swansea 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,995 | $1,350 | $2,770 |
| Cheap Swansea 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,080 | $1,550 | $3,630 |
| Cheap Swansea 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,654 | $1,700 | $4,155 |
| Cheap Swansea 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,102 | $3,620 | $4,585 |
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Cheapest Available Swansea Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Swansea, MA is a Studio unit found at East Bay Warren priced from $1,450. The Highlands in the Highlands neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,495. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Swansea apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Bay Warren | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
| The Highlands | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
| The Christine Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,649 |
| Landings on the Trail Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,785 |
| Shawomet Gardens | 2 Bedrrom | 2BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| The Meadows Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath (B) | 2BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| Commonwealth Landing Lofts | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Swansea, MA
As of May 07, 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 |
| 6 Orchard Ave, Unit 2 | 6 Orchard Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 1045 County St, Unit County | 1045 County St | 2BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| 31 Friendship St, Unit 1 | 31 Friendship St | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| The Meadows Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath (B) | 2BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| 70 Barrows St, Unit 1 | 70 Barrows St | 2BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| Landings on the Trail Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.38 |
| Commonwealth Landing Lofts | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.55 |
| Shawomet Gardens | 2 Bedrrom | 2BR,1BA | $2.86 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Swansea Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Swansea?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Swansea is at East Bay Warren listed at $1,450.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Swansea Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Swansea Apartment is $1,595 at The Highlands.
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 $3,200.
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