Cheap Homes for Rent in South Salem Neighborhood of Salem, MA from $2,000 (7 Rentals)

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23 Park St

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Cheapest Available South Salem Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Salem area of Boston, MA is a Studio unit found at THE ESSEX priced from $1,575. Princeton Crossing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,115. Here are the most affordable South Salem apartments for rent in Boston, MA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
THE ESSEX0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,575
Princeton CrossingDog Friendly One Bedroom Standard1BR,1BA$2,115
CaldwellJ1B-31BR,1BA$2,279

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Salem, MA

As of March 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Salem area is the $0.22 price per square foot 2BR/1.0BA Model at THE ESSEX in the in the Central neighborhood starting from $2,225. The second greatest value South Salem apartment is the 7 Hancock St Model at 7 Hancock St, Unit 1 starting at $3,100 with a $2.07 price per square foot in the South Salem neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Salem apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
THE ESSEX2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$0.22
7 Hancock St, Unit 17 Hancock St3BR,1BA$2.07
23 Gardner St23 Gardner St2BR,1BA$1.86
Bell North ShoreB2D2BR,2BA$2.90
Eagle Rock Apartments at SwampscottB12BR,2BA$2.64
Vavel ApartmentsA32BR,2BA$2.77
River Properties314 River Rock2BR,1BA$2.79
109 Foster St, Unit #220109 Foster St2BR,1BA$2.78
114 Foster St, Unit #1114 Foster St2BR,1BA$2.78
15 Lowe St, Unit 115 Lowe St2BR,1BA$2.59

Frequently Asked Questions about South Salem

What type of rentals are currently available in South Salem?

There are currently 234 Apartments for Rent in South Salem, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,100 to $9,825. There are also 19 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Salem ranging from $2,100 to $4,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South Salem?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Salem ranges from $2,100 to $4,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,321.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in South Salem?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in South Salem range from $2,550 to $4,750, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,000 to $4,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,900 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,200.

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