
Cheap Homes for Rent in Salem, NE from $500 (23 Rentals)
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1115 N College Dr

114 E 3rd St

1010 N Walnut St

123.5 N Main St

515 W 11th St

609 S Dewey St

1145 N College Dr

1135 N College Dr

1005 N Buchanan St

1001 N Buchanan St

523 W 8th St

1633 N Country Club Rd

1645 N Country Club Rd

409 E 3rd St

517.5 W 8th St

519.5 W 7th St

517.5 W 7th St

524.5 W 8th St

519 W 7th St

105 S 12th St

1216 S 2nd St

328 E 4th St
Salem, NE Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Salem?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Salem 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $840 | $575 | $1,425 |
Salem 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,730 | $1,350 | $2,200 |
Salem 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,950 | $1,000 | $2,500 |
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Cheapest Available Salem Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Salem, NE is a Studio unit found at Mitchell Park Plaza priced from $650. Nottingham Court Apartments in the Papillion La Vista neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $657. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Salem apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Mitchell Park Plaza | S1 - Standard Studio | Studio,1BA | $650 |
Nottingham Court Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $657 |
HL29 Modern Flats | Studio | Studio,1BA | $725 |
1010 N 16th St | 1 bedroom unit | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
Kensington Park | Studio | Studio,1BA | $805 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Salem, NE and Nearby
As of April 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Salem area is the $1.30 price per square foot TriCourt Courtyard Model at Lodge at Heritage Lakes in the in the Crown Pointe neighborhood starting from $1,720. The second greatest value Salem apartment is the 3x1 Model at Forest Cove Apartments starting at $899 with a $0.88 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Salem apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Lodge at Heritage Lakes | TriCourt Courtyard | 3BR,2BA | $1.30 |
Forest Cove Apartments | 3x1 | 3BR,1BA | $0.88 |
WH Flats | Lotus | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
Kensington Park | 6200 Building | 2BR,2BA | $1.14 |
Aventine at Wilderness Hills Apartments | The Lancaster | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
Park Avenue Apartments | 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
Heartland Flats | Marlowe | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
Arbor View Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
Nottingham Court Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
1010 N 16th St | 1 bedroom unit | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Salem
What type of rentals are currently available in Salem?
There are currently 48 Apartments for Rent in Salem, NE with pricing that ranges from $640 to $2,475. There are also 35 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Salem ranging from $540 to $2,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Salem?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Salem ranges from $540 to $2,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,316.
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.

Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
Written by: Amber Kanuckel
With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

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.

How Your Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
If you’re anything like most people, housing costs represent a huge chunk of your monthly budget. On top of that, moving can be both a stressful and expensive affair.