1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Salem, NE (48 Rentals)

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The Flats at 84

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Level at Village Gardens

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Aventine at Wilderness Hills Apartments

Nottingham Court Apartments

The Ridge of St. Joseph

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Hickman Hills Apartments

Arbor View Apartments

Corby Grove Apartments

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105 S 12th St

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Salem, NE 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 | $982 | $640 | $1,407 |
Salem 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,156 | $540 | $10,000+ |
Salem 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,442 | $640 | $2,793 |
Salem 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,589 | $885 | $2,379 |
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Largest Available Salem and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Salem, NE is found at American Electric Lofts and is 1,057 square feet priced from $1,110. East Lake Flats in the Colonial Hills neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,007 square feet and currently listed start at $1,395. 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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American Electric Lofts | One Bedroom + Den/Office | 1,057 Sq Ft | $1,110 |
East Lake Flats | Maverick | 1,007 Sq Ft | $1,395 |
The Flats at 84 | Hampstead | 994 Sq Ft | $1,312 |
Aristos | Genoa | 882 Sq Ft | $1,335 |
Broadmoor27 | Clapton | 859 Sq Ft | $1,475 |
Aventine at Wilderness Hills Apartments | The Mahoney | 815 Sq Ft | $1,202 |
Wilderness Hills South Apartments | B2/B3 | 805 Sq Ft | $1,100 |
Level at Village Gardens | Petunia | 730 Sq Ft | $1,299 |
WH Flats | Azalea | 711 Sq Ft | $1,262 |
HL29 Modern Flats | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 460 Sq Ft | $815 |
Cheapest Available Salem and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of May 10, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Salem, NE is the 1 Bed 1 Bath Model starting from $676 at Nottingham Court Apartments in the Papillion La Vista neighborhood. The second most affordable Salem 1 Bedroom is the 1 bedroom unit Model at 1010 N 16th St starting at $725 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Salem is currently $1,156. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Salem:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Nottingham Court Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $676 |
1010 N 16th St | 1 bedroom unit | $725 |
723 Ella St | Units | $795 |
HL29 Modern Flats | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | $815 |
Summit at Elm Street Apartments | 1/1 | $846 |
East Lake Flats | Cordell | $1,050 |
Wilderness Brook Apartments | One Bedroom | $1,100 |
Wilderness Hills South Apartments | B2/B3 | $1,100 |
American Electric Lofts | One Bedroom + Den/Office | $1,110 |
Level at Village Gardens | Iris | $1,199 |
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Getting Around Salem, NE
Walk Score®
7 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
13 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Salem Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Salem with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Salem is at Nottingham Court Apartments listed at $676.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Salem Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Salem is $1,156.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Salem Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Salem is a 1,057 square feet unit starting from $1,110 at American Electric Lofts.
What is the average size for Salem 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Salem is currently 4,391 sq ft.
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