1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Salem, NJ (41 Rentals)

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Salem, NJ 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 | $1,579 | $1,085 | $2,116 |
Salem 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,742 | $1,144 | $2,925 |
Salem 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,074 | $1,139 | $3,085 |
Salem 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,822 | $1,570 | $3,340 |
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Largest Available Salem and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Salem, NJ is found at The Helm in the Penns Beach neighborhood and is 1,168 square feet priced from $2,005. Windsor Forest Townhomes has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,100 square feet and currently listed start at $1,600. 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 Helm | 1 Bedroom Deluxe | 1,168 Sq Ft | $2,005 |
Windsor Forest Townhomes | 1b. One Bedroom W/Family Room & Den | 1,100 Sq Ft | $1,600 |
St. Andrews Community | Auburn | 939 Sq Ft | $2,010 |
Brandywine Woods Apartment Homes | A5 | 925 Sq Ft | $1,845 |
Meridian Crossing Community | Orion | 872 Sq Ft | $2,030 |
William Penn Village Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 866 sqft | 866 Sq Ft | $1,345 |
The Garrison | 1 BEDROOM | 860 Sq Ft | $1,450 |
Galloway Court Apartment Homes | One Bedroom | 850 Sq Ft | $1,425 |
Waterside Village | Futura | 850 Sq Ft | $1,325 |
Sophias Place East | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 833 Sq Ft | $1,369 |
Cheapest Available Salem and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of May 18, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Salem, NJ is the 1/1 Model starting from $1,295 at The Landing at Carneys Point in the Churchtown neighborhood. The second most affordable Salem 1 Bedroom is the One Bedroom Model at Applegate Apartments starting at $1,295 in the Penns Beach neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Salem is currently $1,742. 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 Landing at Carneys Point | 1/1 | $1,295 |
Applegate Apartments | One Bedroom | $1,295 |
Village of Canterbury Apartment Homes | One Bedroom Deluxe | $1,300 |
Waterside Village | The Concord | $1,325 |
William Penn Village Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 866 sqft | $1,345 |
Colonial Village Apartments | 1 Bedroom | $1,350 |
Sophias Place East | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | $1,369 |
Galloway Court Apartment Homes | One Bedroom | $1,425 |
The Garrison | 1 BEDROOM | $1,450 |
Castlebrook Apartments | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | $1,488 |
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Getting Around Salem, NJ
Walk Score®
29 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
45 / 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 Landing at Carneys Point listed at $1,295.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Salem Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Salem is $1,742.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Salem Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Salem is a 1,168 square feet unit starting from $2,005 at The Helm.
What is the average size for Salem 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Salem is currently 0 sq ft.
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