
Apartments for Rent in Salem, MA Under $1,200 (4 Rentals)


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Salem, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Salem?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Salem Studio Apartments Under $1200 | $1,759 | $1,050 | $2,700 |
Salem 1 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $2,633 | $1,350 | $7,468 |
Salem 2 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $3,172 | $1,500 | $9,976 |
Salem 3 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $3,426 | $2,650 | $10,000+ |
Salem 4 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $3,325 | $2,800 | $3,800 |
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Getting Around Salem, MA
Walk Score®
84 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
62 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
34 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Salem
How much are Studio apartments in Salem?
There are currently 42 Studio Apartments in Salem with rent ranges from $1,050 to $2,700 with an average price of $1,759.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Salem Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Salem ranges from $1,350 to $7,468 with an average monthly rent of $2,633.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Salem cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Salem range from $1,500 to $9,976. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,172.
How expensive are Salem Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 89 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Salem on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,650 to $10,675 - averaging $3,426 for the location.
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