Cheap Apartments for Rent in Salem, VA from $400 (13 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Salem?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Salem Studio Apartments | $1,300 | $1,300 | $1,300 |
Cheap Salem 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,529 | $695 | $2,693 |
Cheap Salem 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,612 | $778 | $3,094 |
Cheap Salem 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,078 | $1,210 | $3,635 |
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Cheapest Available Salem Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Salem, VA is a 2 Beds unit found at The Everett in the Gilmer neighborhood priced from $899. Cedarwood Apartments in the Deyerle neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $985. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Salem apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Everett | 2 Bed 1 Bath - 2A | 2BR,1BA | $899 |
Cedarwood Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $985 |
Northridge Village | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $995 |
North View Apartments | Classic plus | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
The Pines of Roanoke | The Pinewood | 1BR,1BA | $1,049 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Salem, VA
As of February 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Salem area is the $1.04 price per square foot B1 Model at Northridge Village in the in the Peachtree Norwood neighborhood starting from $995. The second greatest value Salem apartment is the 2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Model at The Riverwalk at Salem starting at $1,215 with a $1.28 price per square foot in the South Washington Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Salem apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Northridge Village | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
The Riverwalk at Salem | 2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.28 |
Langdon Square | 2x2 + Den | 2BR,2BA | $1.58 |
Salem Wood Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
The View at 777 | 2x1-A | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
CAMELOT VILLAGE | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.71 |
North View Apartments | Reno | 2BR,1BA | $1.82 |
The Pines of Roanoke | The Pinewood | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
The Everett | 1 Bed 1Bath - 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
Cedarwood Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
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Getting Around Salem, VA
Walk Score®
44 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
37 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 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 Salem Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Salem Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Salem Apartment is $975 at The Everett.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Salem Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Salem is starting from $899 at The Everett.
What is the most affordable Salem Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Salem Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Riverwalk at Salem and starts from $1,385.
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