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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Central Neighborhood of Salem, OR from $800 (18 Rentals)
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Willamette View Apartments
2332 Crestview Dr SSalem, OR 97302
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Aspen Grove Apartments
1962 Wallace Rd NWSalem, OR 97304
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Rivenwood
424 Center St NESalem, OR 97301
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1055 Schurman Dr SSalem, OR 97302
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South Central, Salem, OR Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Central?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Central Studio Apartments | $1,457 | $1,280 | $1,620 |
| South Central 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,590 | $1,150 | $2,085 |
| South Central 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,941 | $1,350 | $3,100 |
| South Central 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,586 | $1,900 | $4,040 |
| South Central 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,650 | $2,650 | $2,650 |
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There are currently 18 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Central Neighborhood of Salem, OR.
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Cheapest Available South Central Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Central area of Salem, OR is a 1 Bed unit found at Fountain Court priced from $1,095. Peace Street has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,150. Here are the most affordable South Central apartments for rent in Salem, OR:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fountain Court | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| Peace Street | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Waldo Terrace | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Aspen Grove Apartments | 1 Bedroom Away | 1BR,1BA | $1,255 |
| 080-Salem Heights | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,295 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Central, OR
As of March 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Central area is the $1.56 price per square foot 2x2 Model at Willamette Landing in the in the Northgate neighborhood starting from $1,875. The second greatest value South Central apartment is the 2340 E Nob Hill St SE Model at 2340 E Nob Hill St SE, Unit Downstairs apartment starting at $1,495 with a $1.36 price per square foot in the Croisan neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Central apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Willamette Landing | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.56 |
| 2340 E Nob Hill St SE, Unit Downstairs apartment | 2340 E Nob Hill St SE | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Acero West Salem | SAPPHIRE | 2BR,2BA | $1.73 |
| Fairmount Park Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| 1624-1634 Capitol St SE, Unit 1634 | 1624-1634 Capitol St SE | 2BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Willamette Park | Santiam | 2BR,2BA | $1.68 |
| Waldo Terrace | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Harmona Heights Apartments | 1 Bedroom Units | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| 080-Salem Heights | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| The Lee Apartments | TLEE - 2x1 754 | 2BR,1BA | $1.79 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Central, Salem, OR
Ranked #19
Among neighborhoods in Salem, OR for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Central Salem. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best outdoor access, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Getting Around the South Central Neighborhood in Salem, OR
Walk Score®
74 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
79 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
37 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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 South Central Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Central?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Central is at Rivenwood listed at $1,299.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Central Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Central Apartment is $1,095 at Fountain Court.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Central Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Central is starting from $1,250 at Waldo Terrace.
What is the most affordable South Central Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap South Central Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Aspen Grove Apartments and starts from $1,995.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
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