
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Salem, NH (62 Rentals)


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Salem, NH 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 | $2,165 | $1,400 | $2,545 |
Salem 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,489 | $1,520 | $3,330 |
Salem 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,164 | $1,720 | $10,000+ |
Salem 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,144 | $2,100 | $6,889 |
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Largest Available Salem and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Salem, NH is found at Hanover Tuscan Village in the Outer Greater Merrimack Valley neighborhood and is 852 square feet priced from $2,856. Hanover Toscana has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 838 square feet and currently listed start at $2,818. 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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Hanover Tuscan Village | F | 852 Sq Ft | $2,856 |
Hanover Toscana | G | 838 Sq Ft | $2,818 |
The Point at Merrimack Valley | 1B.1 | 810 Sq Ft | $2,360 |
Caro Tuscan Village | A1KD | 789 Sq Ft | $2,735 |
Cheapest Available Salem and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of May 18, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Salem, NH is the 1F Model starting from $2,347 at The Point at Merrimack Valley in the Arlington neighborhood. The second most affordable Salem 1 Bedroom is the D Model at Hanover Toscana starting at $2,488 in the Outer Greater Merrimack Valley neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Salem is currently $2,489. 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 Point at Merrimack Valley | 1F | $2,347 |
Hanover Toscana | D | $2,488 |
Caro Tuscan Village | A1KD | $2,735 |
Hanover Tuscan Village | F | $2,856 |
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Salem Overview
Salem, New Hampshire, can be an excellent place for apartment renters to settle in because it has such diverse possibilities. It’s a sleepy New England town with old world character located on the outskirts of the major metropolitan city of Boston. Salem apartment renters can relax in the pleasant, low-crime town while working and playing in a big city. It is also surrounded by vast natural resources that include mountain ranges and national parks. Apartments in Salem can be relatively inexpensive, especially when you consider the quality of life residents enjoy.
Why live in Salem, NH?
Salem is a tremendous place for apartment renters because it has a best of both worlds lifestyle. While it’s a quaint New England hamlet, it also is a stones throw away from the urban culture of Boston. You can relax in a quiet home life while working and experiencing big city arts, entertainment, sports and fine dining just a short distance away.
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Getting Around Salem, NH
Walk Score®
45 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
38 / 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 The Point at Merrimack Valley listed at $2,347.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Salem Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Salem is $2,489.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Salem Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Salem is a 852 square feet unit starting from $2,856 at Hanover Tuscan Village.
What is the average size for Salem 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Salem is currently 795 sq ft.
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