Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Salem Neighborhood of Salem, MA from $1,300 (3 Rentals)

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1 Harbor StSalem, MA 01970

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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Salem, MA

As of March 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Salem area is the $2.43 price per square foot B1 Model at Eagle Rock Apartments at Swampscott in the in the South Salem neighborhood starting from $3,156. The second greatest value Downtown Salem apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Model at Burnham Apartment Homes starting at $2,750 with a $2.83 price per square foot in the Beverly Farms neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Salem apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Eagle Rock Apartments at SwampscottB12BR,2BA$2.43
Burnham Apartment Homes2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$2.83
Sofi At Salem StationMcIntire1BR,1BA$2.95
9 Hodges Ct, Unit 29 Hodges Ct2BR,1BA$3.27
Halstead Salem StationA11BR,1BA$3.95
The Beverly Collection: Link 480Link A1C | 1 Bed | 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.70
The Beverly Collection: CanvasCanvas A1BZ | 1 Bed | 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.90
The Beverly Collection: Flats at 131Flats at 131 A1A | 1 Bed | 1 Bath1BR,1BA$4.14

Getting Around the Downtown Salem Neighborhood in Salem, MA

Walk Score®

99 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

77 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

39 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Salem Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Salem Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Salem Apartment is $2,000 at 1 Harbor.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Salem is starting from $2,750 at Burnham Apartment Homes.

What is the most affordable Downtown Salem Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Downtown Salem Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at and starts from $3,400.

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