
Cheap Homes for Rent in Salem Common Neighborhood of Salem, MA from $2,300 (7 Rentals)
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Salem Common, Salem, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Salem Common?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Salem Common 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,085 | $2,300 | $3,800 |
Salem Common 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,500 | $3,000 | $3,950 |
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There are currently 7 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Salem Common Neighborhood of Salem, MA.
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Cheapest Available Salem Common Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Salem Common area of Boston, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at Princeton Crossing priced from $2,115. Hawthorne Commons has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,368. Here are the most affordable Salem Common apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Princeton Crossing | Dog Friendly One Bedroom Standard | 1BR,1BA | $2,115 |
Hawthorne Commons | The Chestnut | 1BR,1BA | $2,368 |
Sofi At Salem Station | McIntire | 1BR,1BA | $2,535 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Salem Common, MA
As of March 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Salem Common area is the $2.97 price per square foot B2D Model at Traders Row in the in the East Lynn neighborhood starting from $3,125. The second greatest value Salem Common apartment is the 2 Bed A Model at Station 101 starting at $2,855 with a $2.76 price per square foot in the Centerville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Salem Common apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Traders Row | B2D | 2BR,2BA | $2.97 |
Station 101 | 2 Bed A | 2BR,2BA | $2.76 |
12 1/2 Dearborn St, Unit #3 | 12 1/2 Dearborn St | 2BR,1BA | $2.59 |
Sedna Beverly | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | 2BR,2BA | $4.13 |
Sofi At Salem Station | McIntire | 1BR,1BA | $2.95 |
9 Hodges Ct, Unit 2 | 9 Hodges Ct | 2BR,1BA | $3.27 |
40R Stone St, Unit 1 | 40R Stone St | 2BR,1BA | $3.19 |
Hawthorne Commons | The Chestnut | 1BR,1BA | $3.09 |
Princeton Crossing | Dog Friendly One Bedroom Standard | 1BR,1BA | $3.53 |
The Beverly Collection: The Block | Block A1BZ | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $5.09 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Salem Common
What type of rentals are currently available in Salem Common?
There are currently 176 Apartments for Rent in Salem Common, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,100 to $9,825. There are also 15 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Salem Common ranging from $2,300 to $3,950.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Salem Common?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Salem Common ranges from $2,300 to $3,950 with an average monthly rent of $3,103.
Expert Rental Resources
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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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.