
Cheap Homes for Rent in West Salem Neighborhood of Salem, OR from $1,000 (5 Rentals)
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West Salem, Salem, OR Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in West Salem?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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West Salem 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,298 | $1,200 | $1,400 |
West Salem 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,246 | $1,945 | $2,495 |
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There are currently 5 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the West Salem Neighborhood of Salem, OR.
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Cheapest Available West Salem Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Salem area of Salem, OR is a 1 Bed unit found at Fountain Court priced from $1,095. 166-Gerth Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,095. Here are the most affordable West Salem apartments for rent in Salem, OR:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Fountain Court | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
166-Gerth Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
Crown Ridge Apartments | 1BR 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Salem, OR
As of May 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Salem area is the $1.65 price per square foot 2x2 Small Model at Willamette Landing in the in the Northgate neighborhood starting from $1,850. The second greatest value West Salem apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Model at WALLACE PARK APARTMENTS (03) starting at $1,450 with a $1.32 price per square foot in the West Salem neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Salem apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Willamette Landing | 2x2 Small | 2BR,2BA | $1.65 |
WALLACE PARK APARTMENTS (03) | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.32 |
RIVER VALLEY TERRACE | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.34 |
Willamette Park | Santiam | 2BR,2BA | $1.76 |
Parkview Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.66 |
Riverbend Terrace Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.55 |
Eola Heights Apartments | The Chardonnay | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
Aspen Grove Apartments | Mt Bachelor | 1BR,1BA | $2.04 |
Crown Ridge Apartments | 1BR 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
Fountain Court | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about West Salem
What type of rentals are currently available in West Salem?
There are currently 97 Apartments for Rent in West Salem, OR with pricing that ranges from $995 to $4,040. There are also 15 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in West Salem ranging from $1,045 to $2,495.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in West Salem?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in West Salem ranges from $1,045 to $2,495 with an average monthly rent of $1,623.
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