
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Federal Street Neighborhood of Salem, MA from $900 (21 Rentals)
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Federal Street, Salem, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Federal Street?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Federal Street Studio Apartments | $2,071 | $1,050 | $2,700 |
Federal Street 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,804 | $1,350 | $7,097 |
Federal Street 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,301 | $1,500 | $9,971 |
Federal Street 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,124 | $2,650 | $4,690 |
Federal Street 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,200 | $3,200 | $3,200 |
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Cheapest Available Federal Street Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Federal Street area of Boston, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at Princeton Crossing priced from $2,170. Holmes Beverly has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,250. Here are the most affordable Federal Street apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Princeton Crossing | One BR Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $2,170 |
Holmes Beverly | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,250 |
Hawthorne Commons | The Dickens | 1BR,1BA | $2,368 |
River Properties | 307 River Rock Residences | 1BR,1BA | $2,400 |
39 Railroad | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2,400 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Federal Street, MA
As of April 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Federal Street 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 Federal Street apartment is the 132 North St Model at 132 North St, Unit #2 starting at $2,600 with a $1.86 price per square foot in the North Salem neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Federal Street 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 |
132 North St, Unit #2 | 132 North St | 2BR,2BA | $1.86 |
23 Gardner St | 23 Gardner St | 2BR,1BA | $1.86 |
73 School St, Unit #3 | 73 School St | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
Essex Apartment Homes | Sylvan | 2BR,2BA | $2.40 |
8 Elm St, Unit #1 | 8 Elm St | 2BR,1BA | $2.08 |
46 Holten St, Unit #1 | 46 Holten St | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
21 Symonds St, Unit 21-2 Symonds St #2, Salem | 21 Symonds St | 3BR,1BA | $2.41 |
26 Northend St, Unit #2 | 26 Northend St | 2BR,1BA | $2.40 |
9 Bowditch St, Unit #2 | 9 Bowditch St | 2BR,1BA | $2.40 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleFederal Street, Salem, MA
Ranked #9
Among neighborhoods in Salem, MA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Federal Street Neighborhood in Salem, MA
Walk Score®
90 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
68 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
37 / 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 Federal Street Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Federal Street?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Federal Street is at Holmes Beverly listed at $2,250.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Federal Street Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Federal Street Apartment is $2,170 at Princeton Crossing.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Federal Street Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Federal Street is starting from $2,400 at 39 Railroad.
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