Cheap Homes for Rent in South Central Neighborhood of Salem, OR from $1,000 (9 Rentals)

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South Central, Salem, OR Local Guide

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. 027-Candalaria Plaza has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,095. Here are the most affordable South Central apartments for rent in Salem, OR:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Fountain Court1/11BR,1BA$1,095
027-Candalaria Plaza2x12BR,1BA$1,095
Peace Street1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,150

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Central, OR

As of April 29, 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 2 Bedroom Units Model at Harmona Heights Apartments starting at $1,715 with a $1.57 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Willamette Landing2x22BR,2BA$1.56
Harmona Heights Apartments2 Bedroom Units2BR,2BA$1.57
Willamette ParkMcKenzie2BR,2BA$1.73
The Meridian Apartments2x1 Balcony2BR,1BA$2.30
1624-1634 Capitol St SE, Unit 16341624-1634 Capitol St SE2BR,1BA$1.62
080-Salem Heights2x12BR,1BA$1.62
Acero West SalemCOBALT1BR,1BA$2.26
Aspen Grove ApartmentsMt Bachelor1BR,1BA$2.04
Fountain Court1/11BR,1BA$2.03
Peace Street1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.19

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Frequently Asked Questions about South Central

What type of rentals are currently available in South Central?

There are currently 127 Apartments for Rent in South Central, OR with pricing that ranges from $1,100 to $4,040. There are also 16 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Central ranging from $1,045 to $2,375.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South Central?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Central ranges from $1,045 to $2,375 with an average monthly rent of $1,700.

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