Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer East Neighborhood of Salem, OR from $400 (18 Rentals)
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Outer East, Salem, OR Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Outer East?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Outer East Studio Apartments | $1,335 | $1,088 | $1,502 |
Outer East 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,342 | $899 | $1,600 |
Outer East 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,539 | $995 | $2,095 |
Outer East 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,912 | $1,295 | $2,295 |
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There are currently 18 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Outer East Neighborhood of Salem, OR.
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Cheapest Available Outer East Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Outer East area of Salem, OR is a 1 Bed unit found at Brighton Park priced from $899. North Park Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $995. Here are the most affordable Outer East apartments for rent in Salem, OR:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Brighton Park | 1BR 1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
North Park Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
046-Lancaster Court | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
Willamette Estates | Tumalo | Studio,1BA | $1,088 |
Wayside Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,090 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer East, OR
As of May 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Outer East area is the $1.56 price per square foot 2x2 Model at Howard Commons in the in the East Lancaster neighborhood starting from $1,650. The second greatest value Outer East apartment is the 3 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at Z_Campus Court Apartments starting at $1,342 with a $1.28 price per square foot in the Lansing neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Outer East apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Howard Commons | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.56 |
Z_Campus Court Apartments | 3 Bedroom 1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $1.28 |
4 Corners Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.57 |
Birch Place Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.57 |
Park Avenue Village Apartments | 0012x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.51 |
North Park Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
Fisher Park Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
Stafford Square Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
Brighton Park | 2BR 1Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.45 |
046-Lancaster Court | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleOuter East, Salem, OR
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Getting Around the Outer East Neighborhood in Salem, OR
Walk Score®
27 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
43 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
14 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Outer East Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Outer East?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Outer East is at Willamette Estates listed at $1,088.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Outer East Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Outer East Apartment is $899 at Brighton Park.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Outer East Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Outer East is starting from $1,095 at North Park Apartments.
What is the most affordable Outer East Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Outer East Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Z_Campus Court Apartments and starts from $1,342.
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