
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Swarthmore, PA (103 Rentals)


Swarthmore Apartments

102-104 Park Ave

144 Park Ave

139 Rutgers Ave

Briarcliff

320-326 Dartmouth Ave

205 N Swarthmore Ave

201 Elm Ave

The Harvard
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Donna Ann Apartments

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Brian Court Apartments

2 S Swarthmore Ave

Stonewood Village

The Oaks Apartments

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1421 Lincoln Ave, Unit B

33 W Chester Pike, Unit B-10

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220 S Scott Ave

1924 Parker Ave

116 N Swarthmore Ave

306 E Ridley Ave

740-742 Maryland Ave

The Parker Condos

111 N Swarthmore Ave

108 Morton

44 S Morton Ave

405-415 E Chester Pike
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43 E 23rd St

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2218 MacDade Blvd

1407 Washington Ave

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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 | $1,229 | $900 | $1,600 |
Swarthmore 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,351 | $1,065 | $1,950 |
| Swarthmore 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,668 | $1,325 | $2,362 |
| Swarthmore 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,655 | $1,560 | $1,750 |
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Largest Available Swarthmore 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Swarthmore, PA is found at Parkwoode II in the East Side neighborhood and is 990 square feet priced from $1,950. Green Forest Apartments in the Traditions at Ridley Creek neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 850 square feet and currently listed start at $1,236. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Swarthmore:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkwoode II | High End New Construction Large One Bedroom wit... | 990 Sq Ft | $1,950 |
| Green Forest Apartments | 1 Bedroom w/Den (Renov) | 850 Sq Ft | $1,236 |
| Parkwynn Apartments | Stunning Renovated Apartments at The Parkwynn A... | 800 Sq Ft | $1,650 |
| Wallingford Estates | 1 Bed, 1 Bath Renovated | 795 Sq Ft | $1,243 |
| Springfield Valley Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 684 Sq Ft | $1,495 |
| Yale Court Apartments | One Bedroom | 650 Sq Ft | $1,249 |
| Ridley Brook Apartments | Ashworth | 650 Sq Ft | $1,415 |
| Dartmouth House | 1 Bedroom | 604 Sq Ft | $1,550 |
| 2 S Swarthmore Ave | A1 | 603 Sq Ft | $1,200 |
| Samanna Apartments | Samanna - 1 Bed 1 Bath, Renovated | 526 Sq Ft | $1,275 |
Cheapest Available Swarthmore 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of June 18, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Swarthmore, PA is the A1 Model starting from $1,200 at 2 S Swarthmore Ave in the East Side neighborhood. The second most affordable Swarthmore 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom w/Den Model at Green Forest Apartments starting at $1,236 in the Traditions at Ridley Creek neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Swarthmore is currently $1,351. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Swarthmore:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 2 S Swarthmore Ave | A1 | $1,200 |
| Green Forest Apartments | 1 Bedroom w/Den | $1,236 |
| Wallingford Estates | 1 Bed, 1 Bath Renovated | $1,243 |
| Yale Court Apartments | One Bedroom | $1,249 |
| Samanna Apartments | Samanna - 1 Bed 1 Bath, Renovated | $1,275 |
| Ridley Brook Apartments | Ashworth | $1,415 |
| Springfield Valley Apartments | 1 Bedroom | $1,495 |
| Dartmouth House | 1 Bedroom | $1,550 |
| Parkwynn Apartments | Stunning Renovated Apartments at The Parkwynn A... | $1,650 |
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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 $1,351.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Swarthmore Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Swarthmore is a 990 square feet unit starting from $1,950 at Parkwoode II.
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