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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Swarthmore?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swarthmore Studio Apartments | $1,090 | $900 | $1,325 |
Swarthmore 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,226 | $925 | $1,625 |
| Swarthmore 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,583 | $1,295 | $2,400 |
| Swarthmore 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,753 | $1,560 | $1,950 |
| Swarthmore 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,700 | $1,700 | $1,700 |
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Largest Available Swarthmore 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Swarthmore, PA is found at Green Forest Apartments in the Traditions at Ridley Creek neighborhood and is 850 square feet priced from $1,230. Walnut Chestnut Apartments has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 800 square feet and currently listed start at $1,195. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Swarthmore:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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| Green Forest Apartments | 1 Bedroom w/Den | 850 Sq Ft | $1,230 |
| Walnut Chestnut Apartments | The Dove | 800 Sq Ft | $1,195 |
| Springwood Apartments | 2 bed reno | 800 Sq Ft | $1,625 |
| Wallingford Estates | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 795 Sq Ft | $1,134 |
| Springfield Valley Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 684 Sq Ft | $1,495 |
| Ridley Brook Apartments | Ashworth | 650 Sq Ft | $1,335 |
| 306 E Ridley Ave | One Bedroom | 600 Sq Ft | $1,050 |
| Samanna Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath - Samanna | 563 Sq Ft | $1,250 |
Cheapest Available Swarthmore 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of October 28, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Swarthmore, PA is the 1BR/1.0BA Model starting from $1,050 at Ridley Creek Views Apartments in the Traditions at Ridley Creek neighborhood. The second most affordable Swarthmore 1 Bedroom is the One Bedroom Model at 306 E Ridley Ave starting at $1,050 in the East Side neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Swarthmore is currently $1,226. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Swarthmore:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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| Ridley Creek Views Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,050 |
| 306 E Ridley Ave | One Bedroom | $1,050 |
| Wallingford Estates | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | $1,134 |
| Walnut Chestnut Apartments | The Dove | $1,195 |
| Green Forest Apartments | 1 Bedroom w/Den | $1,230 |
| Samanna Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath - Samanna | $1,250 |
| Ridley Brook Apartments | Ashworth | $1,335 |
| Springwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom Reno | $1,490 |
| Springfield Valley Apartments | 1 Bedroom | $1,495 |
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Some errands can be accomplished on foot
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Swarthmore Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Swarthmore Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Swarthmore is $1,226.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Swarthmore Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Swarthmore is a 850 square feet unit starting from $1,230 at Green Forest Apartments.
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