
Cheap Homes for Rent in Salem, MA from $1,400 (28 Rentals)
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145 Munroe St

145 Munroe St

124 Central Ave

22 Atlantic St

23 Central Ave

257 Washington St

183 Washington St

233 Lafayette St

233 Lafayette St
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8 Joyce St

52 County St

8 Nahant Pl

150 Lewis St

145 Munroe St

29 Ocean Ave

56 Johnson St

23 Central Ave

12 River Dr

23 Central Ave
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53 Melrose St

13 River Dr

23 Central Ave

8 Franklin St

233 Lafayette St

233 Lafayette St

21 Lewis St, Unit 4

8 Enon St
Salem, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Salem?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Salem 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,105 | $2,300 | $4,800 |
Salem 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,860 | $2,000 | $6,250 |
Salem 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,485 | $4,000 | $8,000 |
Salem 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,625 | $4,250 | $5,000 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Salem, MA
Pricing Updated: 04/18/2025Current apartment rentals in the Salem, MA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Salem Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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North Salem | $3,010 | $1,350 | 45 |
North Shore | $3,500 | $1,050 | 714 |
Cheapest Available Salem Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Salem, MA is a Studio unit found at THE ESSEX in the Central neighborhood priced from $1,575. BayView Apartments in the East Lynn neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,600. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Salem apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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THE ESSEX | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,575 |
BayView Apartments | 66 Studio Classic | Studio,1BA | $1,600 |
The Vault | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,850 |
The Oxford Lynn | 1 Bed - 06 | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Salem, MA
As of April 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the 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 Salem apartment is the 85 Timson St Model at 85 Timson St, Unit #1 starting at $2,400 with a $0.24 price per square foot in the East Lynn neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for 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 |
85 Timson St, Unit #1 | 85 Timson St | 2BR,1BA | $0.24 |
1008 Paradise Rd, Unit PHP | 1008 Paradise Rd | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.28 |
38 Forest St, Unit #1 | 38 Forest St | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.05 |
150 Allen Ave, Unit 1 | 150 Allen Ave | 3BR,3BA | $1.87 |
35 Pacific St, Unit #2 | 35 Pacific St | 2BR,1BA | $1.73 |
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 |
46 Holten St, Unit #1 | 46 Holten St | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Salem
What type of rentals are currently available in Salem?
There are currently 736 Apartments for Rent in Salem, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,050 to $10,675. There are also 91 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Salem ranging from $1,499 to $8,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Salem?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Salem ranges from $1,499 to $8,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,852.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Salem?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Salem range from $2,650 to $10,675, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,000 to $6,250. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,200.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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