
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Salem Neighborhood of Salem, MA from $1,300 (5 Rentals)
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Downtown Salem, Salem, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Salem?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Salem Studio Apartments | $1,775 | $1,700 | $1,850 |
Downtown Salem 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,618 | $1,350 | $3,285 |
Downtown Salem 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,156 | $1,500 | $5,263 |
Downtown Salem 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,072 | $3,400 | $4,690 |
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Cheapest Available Downtown Salem Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Salem area of Boston, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at Burnham Apartment Homes priced from $2,435. The Beverly Collection: Link 480 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,590. Here are the most affordable Downtown Salem apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Burnham Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,435 |
The Beverly Collection: Link 480 | Link A1C | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,590 |
The Beverly Collection: Canvas | Link A1C | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,590 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Salem, MA
As of April 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Salem area is the $0.24 price per square foot 6 Lemon St Model at 6 Lemon St, Unit 2 in the in the North Salem neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value Downtown Salem apartment is the B1 Model at Eagle Rock Apartments at Swampscott starting at $2,965 with a $2.28 price per square foot in the South Salem neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Salem apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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6 Lemon St, Unit 2 | 6 Lemon St | 2BR,1BA | $0.24 |
Eagle Rock Apartments at Swampscott | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.28 |
Halstead Salem Station | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.97 |
Sofi At Salem Station | Derby | 2BR,2BA | $2.80 |
123 Bridge St, Unit #2 | 123 Bridge St | 2BR,1BA | $2.55 |
9 Hodges Ct, Unit 2 | 9 Hodges Ct | 2BR,1BA | $3.27 |
The Beverly Collection: Link 480 | Link A1C | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.70 |
131 Essex St, Unit #31 | 131 Essex St | 1BR,1BA | $3.21 |
217 Essex St, Unit #503 | 217 Essex St | 1BR,1BA | $3.80 |
Burnham Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.69 |
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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $2,435 at Burnham Apartment Homes.
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 $2,785 at Burnham Apartment Homes.
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