Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North Salem Neighborhood of Salem, MA from $1,300 (4 Rentals)

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Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Salem, MA

As of April 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the North Salem area is the $1.86 price per square foot 132 North St Model at 132 North St, Unit #2 in the in the North Salem neighborhood starting from $2,600. The second greatest value North Salem apartment is the 73 School St Model at 73 School St, Unit #3 starting at $2,600 with a $2.00 price per square foot in the North Salem neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Salem apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
132 North St, Unit #2132 North St2BR,2BA$1.86
73 School St, Unit #373 School St2BR,1BA$2.00
Halstead Salem StationB22BR,2BA$2.97
Sofi At Salem StationDerby2BR,2BA$2.77
21 Symonds St, Unit 21-2 Symonds St #2, Salem21 Symonds St3BR,1BA$2.41
River Properties312 RIver Rock Residences2BR,1BA$2.76
12 1/2 Dearborn St, Unit #312 1/2 Dearborn St2BR,1BA$2.59
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
Burnham Apartment Homes1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$3.64

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
North Salem, Salem, MA

Ranked #1

Among neighborhoods in Salem, MA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the North Salem Neighborhood in Salem, MA

Walk Score®

82 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

66 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

34 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Salem Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom North Salem Apartment is $2,400 at River Properties.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in North Salem is starting from $2,885 at Burnham Apartment Homes.

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