1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Salem, MO (42 Rentals)

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27880 County Rd 362 Rd
Salem, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Salem?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Salem Studio Apartments | $650 | $650 | $650 |
Salem 1 Bedroom Apartments | $874 | $400 | $1,380 |
Salem 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,132 | $500 | $1,750 |
Salem 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,400 | $950 | $1,800 |
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Largest Available Salem and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Salem, MO is found at The Lodges at Rolla and is 1,400 square feet priced from $650. Summit Valley Apartments in the Gray Summit neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 815 square feet and currently listed start at $706. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Salem:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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The Lodges at Rolla | Rent By The Room Spring/Fall 2025 | 1,400 Sq Ft | $650 |
Summit Valley Apartments | One Bed, One Bath | 815 Sq Ft | $706 |
Camden Crest | One Bedroom | 760 Sq Ft | $850 |
Crimson Landing | 1x1 760sqft | 760 Sq Ft | $825 |
Liberty Landing Apartment Homes | One Bedroom | 750 Sq Ft | $775 |
Autumn Leaf Apartment Homes | Bedroom Upstairs | 748 Sq Ft | $950 |
Stonebridge Meadows | 1 Bd 1 Ba Lg | 680 Sq Ft | $830 |
Chapel Ridge of Union | 1 Bedrooms | 676 Sq Ft | $999 |
Trails West Apartments | 1BR | 610 Sq Ft | $725 |
Gravois Point Apartments | 1 BR/ 1 BA | 600 Sq Ft | $775 |
Cheapest Available Salem and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of May 11, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Salem, MO is the Rent By The Room Spring/Fall 2025 Model starting from $650 at The Lodges at Rolla . The second most affordable Salem 1 Bedroom is the One Bed Model at Autumn Creek starting at $650 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Salem is currently $874. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Salem:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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The Lodges at Rolla | Rent By The Room Spring/Fall 2025 | $650 |
Autumn Creek | One Bed | $650 |
990 S Lay Ave | 990 South Lay | $680 |
Summit Valley Apartments | One Bed, One Bath | $706 |
Trails West Apartments | 1BR | $725 |
Gravois Point Apartments | 1 BR/ 1 BA | $775 |
Liberty Landing Apartment Homes | One Bedroom | $775 |
Stonebridge Meadows | Cozy One Bedroom Apartment Home | $780 |
Columbia Park Apartments | Columbia Park - 1 Bedroom Apartment Home | $785 |
Crimson Landing | 1x1 small | $800 |
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Getting Around Salem, MO
Walk Score®
33 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
31 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Salem Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Salem Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Salem is $874.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Salem Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Salem is a 1,400 square feet unit starting from $650 at The Lodges at Rolla.
What is the average size for Salem 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Salem is currently 679 sq ft.
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