Cheap Homes for Rent in Federal Street Neighborhood of Salem, MA from $1,400 (11 Rentals)

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Federal Street, Salem, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Federal Street Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Princeton CrossingOne BR Deluxe1BR,1BA$2,170
Holmes BeverlyStudioStudio,1BA$2,250

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Federal Street, MA

As of April 16, 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
6 Lemon St, Unit 26 Lemon St2BR,1BA$0.24
132 North St, Unit #2132 North St2BR,2BA$1.86
23 Gardner St23 Gardner St2BR,1BA$1.86
73 School St, Unit #373 School St2BR,1BA$2.00
73 School St, Unit 273 School St3BR,1BA$2.31
8 Elm St, Unit #18 Elm St2BR,1BA$2.08
46 Holten St, Unit #146 Holten St2BR,1BA$2.00
26 Northend St, Unit #226 Northend St2BR,1BA$2.40
9 Bowditch St, Unit #29 Bowditch St2BR,1BA$2.40
36 Upham St, Unit #136 Upham St1BR,1BA$2.30

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Frequently Asked Questions about Federal Street

What type of rentals are currently available in Federal Street?

There are currently 389 Apartments for Rent in Federal Street, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,050 to $9,891. There are also 36 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Federal Street ranging from $1,499 to $4,800.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Federal Street?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Federal Street ranges from $1,499 to $4,800 with an average monthly rent of $3,592.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Federal Street?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Federal Street range from $2,650 to $4,690, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,600 to $4,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,200.

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