Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Salem Neighborhood of Salem, OR from $700 (24 Rentals)

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14th St. Courtyard
1 Bedroom Apartments

14th St. Courtyard

830-854 14th St NESalem, OR 97301
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Courtney Place
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Courtney Place

220 Cottage St NESalem, OR 97301
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804 14th St NE
1 Bedroom Apartments

804 14th St NE

804 14th St NESalem, OR 97301
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Koz on State
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Koz on State

121 SE Commerical StSalem, OR 97301
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Fountain Court
1 Bedroom Apartments

Fountain Court

928-990 Fir St SSalem, OR 97302
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Frances Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Frances Apartments

555 Winter St NESalem, OR 97301

Downtown Salem, Salem, OR Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Salem Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Salem area of Salem, OR is a Studio unit found at Madison Court Apartments priced from $950. 192-Western Village Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $995. Here are the most affordable Downtown Salem apartments for rent in Salem, OR:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Madison Court Apartments#6Studio,1BA$950
192-Western Village Apartments1x1 Upstairs1BR,1BA$995
Fountain Court1/11BR,1BA$1,095
COLONIAL APARTMENTS1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,095
1481 Tripp / Lee ApartmentsOne Bed1BR,1BA$1,095

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Salem, OR

As of April 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Salem area is the $1.86 price per square foot C1-2X2 Model at The Court Yard in the in the West Salem neighborhood starting from $2,685. The second greatest value Downtown Salem apartment is the 2x2 Balcony Model at The Meridian Apartments starting at $2,641 with a $1.98 price per square foot in the West Salem neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Salem apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Court YardC1-2X22BR,2BA$1.86
The Meridian Apartments2x2 Balcony2BR,2BA$1.98
Willamette Landing2x22BR,2BA$1.56
WALLACE PARK APARTMENTS (03)2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.27
Acero West SalemSAPPHIRE2BR,2BA$1.73
Willamette ParkSantiam2BR,2BA$1.68
Lancaster Commons2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.49
451 16th St SE, Unit 451451 16th St SE1BR,1BA$1.29
1481 Tripp / Lee ApartmentsOne Bed1BR,1BA$1.37
COLONIAL APARTMENTS1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.71

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Salem. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, features that make it easier to raise kids, and other valuable search options. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Getting Around the Downtown Salem Neighborhood in Salem, OR

Walk Score®

84 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

87 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

58 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Salem Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Salem?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Salem is at Madison Court Apartments listed at $950.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Salem Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Salem Apartment is $995 at 192-Western Village Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Salem Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Salem is starting from $1,195 at 1481 Tripp / Lee Apartments.

What is the most affordable Downtown Salem Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Downtown Salem Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Aspen Grove Apartments and starts from $1,695.

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