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(978) 981-2012
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124 Ocean Ave, Salem, MA 01970
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University Square South

124 Ocean Ave
Salem, MA 01970
(978) 981-2012
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  • Studio–2 Bedrooms
  • $1,995-$2,550 Total Monthly Price

    Total Monthly Price

    Base Rent
    $1,995 - $2,550
    Total Monthly Price
    $1,995 - $2,550
  • 544–882 Square Feet

Property Contact Info

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Floorplan Pricing and Availability

University Square South offers Studio to 2 Bedroom apartments starting from $1,995 and having 544–882 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

  • Studio

    0BR/1.0BA

    $1,995

    Studio, 1 Bath, 544 sq ft
    Total Monthly Price

    Total Monthly Price

    Base Rent
    $1,995
    Total Monthly Price
    $1,995
    Available Oct 7

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDepositPhotos
    $1,995 October 7, 2026102544$1,995
    Prices shown for this property are the Total Monthly Price including Fees.

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    Unit 102 Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal

    Unique Features

    • Stainless Refrigerator
    • Stainless Stove
    • Trash Removal

    Unit 102 Lease Information

    Unit Price

    • $1,995Total Monthly Price
      Base Rent: $1,995
      Required Monthly Fees: None

    Deposit

    • $1,995 deposit

    Unit Description

    University Square South Apartments at 124 Ocean Ave in the historical city of Salem, MA. Apartment features include central A/C, luxury plank flooring and custom kitchen with stainless steel appliances. Washer/Dryer in unit, parking and bicycle racks. Conveniently located within 20 miles of Boston and only minutes from I-95/Rte. 128 and the commuter rail. One year Lease. Utilities not included; Tenant pays gas, electric, water & sewer. Pets allowed; 2 pet maximum, $50 per month, per pet. Breed restrictions may apply. Studio apartment includes off-site parking for 1 vehicle.

    Model Lease Information

    Price

    • $1,995Total Monthly Price

  • 2 Bedrooms

    2BR/2.0BA

    $2,550

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 882 sq ft
    Total Monthly Price

    Total Monthly Price

    Base Rent
    $2,550
    Total Monthly Price
    $2,550
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDepositPhotos
    $2,550Available Now205882$2,550
    Prices shown for this property are the Total Monthly Price including Fees.

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Washer/Dryer
    • Windows

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Granite Countertops

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    Unit 205 Lease Information

    Unit Price

    • $2,550Total Monthly Price
      Base Rent: $2,550
      Required Monthly Fees: None

    Deposit

    • $2,550 deposit

    Unit Description

    2 Bedroom / 2 Bath - Apartment features include central A/C, luxury plank flooring and custom kitchen with stainless steel appliances. Washer/Dryer in unit, parking and bicycle racks. Conveniently located within 20 miles of Boston and only minutes from I-95/Rte. 128 and the commuter rail. Utilities not included; Tenant pays gas, electric, water & sewer. Pets allowed; 2 pet maximum, $50 per month, per pet. Breed restrictions may apply.

    Model Lease Information

    Price

    • $2,550Total Monthly Price
Price shown is total price based on community-supplied monthly required fees. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

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Property Information

  • 30 Units
  • 4 Stories

Fees and Policies

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Pet Policy and Fees

Cats
Allowed
Dogs
Allowed

Parking Info and Fees

Garage ParkingiSelect units with assigned garage parking & unassigned surface lot parking available.

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

Features and Amenities

On-Site Services

  • Car Charging Station

Community Features

  • Elevator

Interior Features

  • Windows
  • Washer/Dryer

Kitchen Amenities

  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Granite Countertops

Living Area Features

  • Vinyl Flooring

Unique Amenities

  • Garage Available
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124 Ocean Ave, Salem, MA 01970
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Getting Around

  • 70 / 100 Moderately walkable

    Most day-to-day needs are within walking distance

  • 30 / 100 Limited public transit

    Transit is available for some trips

  • 70 / 100 Moderately bikeable

    Suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreation

  • 80 / 100 Very car friendly

    Excellent access to freeways and/or major arteries, with a very low chance of parking problems

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Getting to Know the Area

  • 80 / 100 Restaurants

    Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes

  • 90 / 100 Cafes

    Exceptional variety of cafés within a few minutes

  • 70 / 100 Nightlife

    Several bars within a few minutes

  • 70 / 100 Shopping

    Several shops within a few minutes

  • 80 / 100 Parks

    Very large amount of park space within a few minutes

  • 70 / 100 Noise Level

    Few sources of noise nearby

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Frequently Asked Questions about University Square South

Where is University Square South located?

University Square South is located at 124 Ocean Ave near the South Salem area of Salem, MA

What is the current rent range at University Square South?

Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments at University Square South currently range from $1,995 to $2,550

Are pets allowed?

Call us today to find out our pet policy and if we allow pets

Lifestyle Ratings

  • Affordability Nice Value3.0

    The University Square South Apartments are 7.55% cheaper than the average apartment in the South Salem area, and 6.8% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

    Rent Comparison to the South Salem Neighborhood

    FloorplanLowest Price Here*Neighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
    Studio$1,995$2,013-$18-0.9%
    2 Bedroom$2,550$2,971-$421-14.2%
    Prices shown for this property are the Total Monthly Price including Fees.

    Rent Comparison to the city of Salem

    FloorplanLowest Price Here*City Average RentCost Difference%
    Studio$1,995$2,051-$56-2.7%
    2 Bedroom$2,550$2,861-$311-10.9%
    Prices shown for this property are the Total Monthly Price including Fees.

    Methodology: On 09/16/2026, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 181 other apartment communities in the immediate area around University Square South (South Salem), and 548 other apartment communities in Salem using today’s up-to-date pricing using the sum/count averaging formula. This data will be updated in real-time as prices fluctuate.

    Rent Pricing Data as of 09/16/2026

    * Price shown is Total Monthly Price including fees
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Nearby Schools

Horace Mann Laboratory

Salem School District
79 Willson Street
Public School - Grades PK-5 (320 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.6 miles away
3/10

Salem Prep High School

Salem School District
2 Museum Place Mall
Public School - Grades 9-12 (22 Students)
In Attendance Zone3 minute drive / 1.0 miles away

Saltonstall School

Salem School District
211 Lafayette Street
Public School - Grades K-8 (267 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.5 miles away
5/10
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from University Square South.

Arts Museums and Landmarks

USS Constitution Museum

Charleston Navy Yard, Building 22
26 minute drive / 12.53 miles away

Bunker Hill Monument

Bunker Hill Monument
27 minute drive / 12.67 miles away

Museum of Science - Boston

1 Science Park
28 minute drive / 13.13 miles away

Big Box and Retail

Walgreens

35 Main St
5 minute drive / 1.69 miles away

Marshalls

1005 Paradise Rd
5 minute drive / 1.94 miles away

Jcpenney

210 Andover St
6 minute drive / 3.01 miles away

Colleges and Universities

Salem State University

352 Lafayette St
2 minute drive / 0.8 miles away

North Shore Community College - Lynn Campus

300 Broad Street
8 minute drive / 4.06 miles away

Endicott College

376 Hale Street
9 minute drive / 4.2 miles away

Groceries

Stop & Shop

450 Paradise Rd
5 minute drive / 1.85 miles away

Shaw's

71 Dodge St
10 minute drive / 4.68 miles away

Pricerite

255 Squire Rd
17 minute drive / 8.07 miles away

Hospitals

North Shore Medical Center

81 Highland Avenue
1 minute drive / 0.39 miles away

Northeast Hospital Corporation

85 Herrick Street
8 minute drive / 4.16 miles away

Melrosewakefield Healthcare

585 Lebanon Street
19 minute drive / 8.94 miles away

Military Bases

Fort Pickering

4 minute drive / 2.05 miles away

Fort Miller

4 minute drive / 2.09 miles away

Boston Support Center

26 minute drive / 12.49 miles away

Shopping Centers

University Square

142 Canal St
1 minute drive / 0.19 miles away

Crosby''s Marketplace Plaza

125 Canal St
1 minute drive / 0.25 miles away

Jefferson Place

10 Jefferson Ave
1 minute drive / 0.37 miles away

University Square South has 5 shopping centers within 1.1 miles.

Transit Stations

Wonderland Station-Blue Line

1300 North Shore Rd
17 minute drive / 8.15 miles away

Revere Beach Station-Blue Line

313 Ocean Ave
18 minute drive / 8.49 miles away

Greenwood-Haverhill Line

18 minute drive / 8.73 miles away

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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

BedroomAverage PriceCheapest PriceHighest Price
Salem Studio Apartments $2,051$1,100$5,675
Salem 1 Bedroom Apartments $2,499$1,200$3,901
Salem 2 Bedroom Apartments $2,861$1,700$5,180
Salem 3 Bedroom Apartments $3,142$2,400$5,050
Salem 4 Bedroom Apartments $3,400$2,600$4,250

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