
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Salem, NJ from $500 (20 Rentals)
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124 Yorke St

New Castle Crossing

River's Bend Apartments

The Willows at Bailey Corner

Applegate Apartments

Georgetown Manor Apartments

Cavalier Country Club Apartments

Waterside Village

Christiana Reserve

Village of Canterbury Apartment Homes

The Landing at Carneys Point

William Penn Village Apartment Homes

The Villas Apartments

Castlebrook Apartments

8 Colesbery Dr

48 Augustine Pl

415 S Heald St
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 | $1,687 | $1,085 | $2,425 |
Salem 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,722 | $1,044 | $2,795 |
Salem 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,053 | $1,139 | $3,104 |
Salem 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,806 | $1,570 | $3,390 |
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Cheapest Available Salem Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Salem, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Applegate Apartments in the Penns Beach neighborhood priced from $1,175. Cavalier Country Club Apartments in the Meadowood neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,195. 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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Applegate Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,175 |
Cavalier Country Club Apartments | 1BD Standard | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
Waterside Village | The Concord | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
Village of Canterbury Apartment Homes | One Bedroom/bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,255 |
The Landing at Carneys Point | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Salem, NJ and Nearby
As of March 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Salem area is the $1.11 price per square foot Townhome Model at Salem Manor Apartments in the starting from $1,350. The second greatest value Salem apartment is the The Winterthur 2BR 2BA 1st Fl Model at Appleby Apartments starting at $1,765 with a $1.68 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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Salem Manor Apartments | Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
Appleby Apartments | The Winterthur 2BR 2BA 1st Fl | 2BR,2BA | $1.68 |
Windsor Forest Townhomes | 2a. Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.60 |
The Garrison | 1 BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
The Villas Apartments | 2BR | 2BR,2BA | $1.71 |
William Penn Village Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 866 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
Galloway Court Apartment Homes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
Waterside Village | The Envoy | 2BR,1BA | $1.75 |
Cavalier Country Club Apartments | 1BD Standard | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
Applegate Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
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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 Cheap Salem Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Salem?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Salem is at River House Apartments listed at $1,614.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Salem Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Salem Apartment is $1,175 at Applegate Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Salem Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Salem is starting from $1,350 at Salem Manor Apartments.
What is the most affordable Salem Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Salem Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Cavalier Country Club Apartments and starts from $1,570.
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