Cheap Apartments for Rent in Swarthmore, PA from $700 (14 Rentals)

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Swarthmore Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Swarthmore Apartments

111 S Chester RdSwarthmore, PA 19081
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Stewart Lane Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Stewart Lane Apartments

200 W Chester PikeRidley Park, PA 19078
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116 N Swarthmore Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

116 N Swarthmore Ave

116 N Swarthmore AveRidley Park, PA 19078
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Stoney Creek Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Stoney Creek Apartments

410 E Hinckley AveRidley Park, PA 19078
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Swarthmore, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Swarthmore Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Swarthmore, PA is a Studio unit found at The Crossings at Elmwood in the Traditions at Ridley Creek neighborhood priced from $875. Ridley Creek Views Apartments in the Traditions at Ridley Creek neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,050. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Swarthmore apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Crossings at ElmwoodStudioStudio,1BA$875
Ridley Creek Views Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,050
306 E Ridley AveOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,050
Springfield Valley ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,099
Green Forest ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,135

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Swarthmore, PA

As of June 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Swarthmore area is the $1.35 price per square foot 44 Worrell Street Model at 44 Worrell Street in the in the Traditions at Ridley Creek neighborhood starting from $1,750. The second greatest value Swarthmore apartment is the 114 Rosemont Ave Model at 114 Rosemont Ave, Unit #2 starting at $1,525 with a $1.27 price per square foot in the Academy Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Swarthmore apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
44 Worrell Street44 Worrell Street3BR,1BA$1.35
114 Rosemont Ave, Unit #2114 Rosemont Ave2BR,1BA$1.27
Eldorado Court2 Bed x 1 Bath - 62BR,1BA$1.68
Walnut Chestnut ApartmentsThe Cardinal2BR,1BA$1.30
The Crossings at Elmwood2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.56
Brian Court Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.62
Ridley Creek Views Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.56
Stonewood VillageOne bedroom1BR,1BA$1.69
Wallingford Estates1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.76
306 E Ridley AveOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.75

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Getting Around Swarthmore, PA

Walk Score®

69 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

46 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Swarthmore Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Swarthmore?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Swarthmore is at The Crossings at Elmwood listed at $875.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Swarthmore Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Swarthmore Apartment is $1,050 at Ridley Creek Views Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Swarthmore Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Swarthmore is starting from $1,250 at Ridley Creek Views Apartments.

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