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Salem, NJ Local Guide

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. William Penn Village Apartment Homes in the Penns Beach neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,255. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Salem apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Applegate ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,175
William Penn Village Apartment HomesStudio - 280 sqftStudio,1BA$1,255
Castlebrook Apartments1 Bed | 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,281
The Landing at Carneys Point1/11BR,1BA$1,295
Village of Canterbury Apartment HomesOne Bedroom Deluxe1BR,1BA$1,300

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Salem, NJ and Nearby

As of May 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Salem area is the $1.25 price per square foot 3BD Model at Cavalier Country Club Apartments in the in the Meadowood neighborhood starting from $1,570. The second greatest value Salem apartment is the Townhome Model at Salem Manor Apartments starting at $1,400 with a $1.15 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Salem apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Cavalier Country Club Apartments3BD3BR,2BA$1.25
Salem Manor ApartmentsTownhome2BR,1BA$1.15
The Helm1 Bedroom Deluxe1BR,1.5BA$1.72
Deemer's Landing Apartment HomesWindjammer2BR,2BA$1.77
Windsor Forest Townhomes2a. Two Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$1.60
The Garrison1 BEDROOM1BR,1BA$1.57
The Landing at Carneys Point2/12BR,1BA$1.75
Galloway Court Apartment HomesOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.68
Sophias Place East1 Bed | 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.63
Applegate ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,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 William Penn Village Apartment Homes listed at $1,210.

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 $1,400 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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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

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