
Cheap Homes for Rent in New Salem, IL from $500 (17 Rentals)
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209 Chandler Blvd

236 W Washington St

217 Charleston Blvd

201 Charleston Blvd

202 Charleston Blvd

218 Charleston Blvd

219 Charleston Blvd

1714 Singleton Ave

904 S Liberty St
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518 W Murray St

708 N Campbell St

714 N Campbell St

102 W 2nd St

524 W Murray St

326 Sycamore

119 N 1st St
New Salem, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in New Salem?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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New Salem 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $945 | $600 | $2,400 |
New Salem 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,754 | $1,000 | $2,700 |
New Salem 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,175 | $775 | $1,400 |
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Cheapest Available New Salem Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in New Salem, IL is a Studio unit found at Macomb Rentals priced from $390. Jacksonville Affordable Housing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $462. Here is today’s list of the most affordable New Salem apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Macomb Rentals | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $390 |
Jacksonville Affordable Housing | 1 Bedroom 50% | 1BR,1BA | $462 |
Smith and Royer Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
Morton Street Apartments | 1 bed one bath | 1BR,1BA | $690 |
1500 N Carolina St | 2X2 | 2BR,2BA | $700 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in New Salem, IL and Nearby
As of April 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the New Salem area is the $0.90 price per square foot Three Beds Two Baths Model at Emerson Garden Apartments in the starting from $1,400. The second greatest value New Salem apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Prairie Vista starting at $1,200 with a $0.92 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for New Salem apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Emerson Garden Apartments | Three Beds Two Baths | 3BR,2BA | $0.90 |
Prairie Vista | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.92 |
Villages at Lake Silvercote | 3 bedrooms | 3BR,2BA | $1.28 |
Northridge I | Oak | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.16 |
Boone Street Commons | BSC | 2BR,2BA | $1.18 |
Elm Tree Commons | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.32 |
1500 N Carolina St | 2X2 | 2BR,2BA | $0.78 |
New Eastlawn Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
Cobblestone Apartments | Cobblestone 2BD | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
Jacksonville Affordable Housing | 1 Bedroom 60% | 1BR,1BA | $0.84 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about New Salem
What type of rentals are currently available in New Salem?
There are currently 33 Apartments for Rent in New Salem, IL with pricing that ranges from $300 to $1,995. There are also 29 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in New Salem ranging from $515 to $2,700.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in New Salem?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in New Salem ranges from $515 to $2,700 with an average monthly rent of $1,157.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in New Salem?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in New Salem range from $340 to $1,995, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,000 to $2,700. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $775 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $600.
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The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.