
Cheap Apartments for Rent in New Salem, MA from $700 (53 Rentals)
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Baldwinville School Apartments

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Prospect Place

Montcalm Heights Apartments

Westminster Senior Residences 62+

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Cliffside Apartments

Mall Apartments

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The Residences

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Kendrick Place

Maple Ridge Apartments
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Palmer Gardens

Riverboat Village

Beacon Square

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Jefferson Mills

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Eleven East Pleasant

Lantern Court Apartments

Dale House

Brandywine Apartments

Partridge Hollow

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Laurel Ridge
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Meadowview Apartments

Princeton Square

Meadowbrook Village

Edgewood Court

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One East Pleasant

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Hawkins Meadow

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26 Spring

The Boulders

Aspen Chase

Rolling Green Apartments
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133 South East Commons

Mill House Apartments

The Residences on Appleton, A 55+ Community

Dwight Street Apartments

2 Green St

353 Crescent St

107 E Pleasant St

255 Main St

6 Long Farm Terrace

24 Regan St
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15 Bridge St

115 Northampton Rd

34 Salem Pl

57-59 Nichols St

60 Prince Street

Residences at Mill 8 and 10 (A 55+ Senior Community)

423 N East St

227 Bridge St

80 Damon Rd

12 Webster Ct
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New Salem, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in New Salem?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
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| New Salem Studio Apartments | $1,866 | $1,240 | $2,475 |
| New Salem 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,980 | $1,223 | $2,660 |
| New Salem 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,195 | $799 | $3,475 |
| New Salem 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,382 | $825 | $3,880 |
| New Salem 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,590 | $900 | $3,900 |
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Cheapest Available New Salem Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in New Salem, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at Prospect Place priced from $1,350. Cliffside Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,410. Here is today’s list of the most affordable New Salem apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Prospect Place | 1 Bed Accessible | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Cliffside Apartments | 1x1 Jr. | 1BR,1BA | $1,410 |
| Mall Apartments | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,425 |
| The Residences | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
| North 116 Flats | C1 | 3BR,3BA | $1,475 |
| Maple Ridge Apartments | 1 Bed Lrg | 1BR,1BA | $1,485 |
| Palmer Gardens | pg1x1-r | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
| Riverboat Village | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| Beacon Square | The Classic | Studio,1BA | $1,505 |
| Montcalm Heights Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,520 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in New Salem, MA and Nearby
As of May 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the New Salem area is the $2.28 price per square foot Renovated 3 Bedroom Townhome Model at Meadowview Apartments in the in the Amherst Center neighborhood starting from $2,600. The second greatest value New Salem apartment is the 2 BEDROOM Model at Hawkins Meadow starting at $1,995 with a $2.17 price per square foot in the Amherst Center neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for New Salem apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Meadowview Apartments | Renovated 3 Bedroom Townhome | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.28 |
| Hawkins Meadow | 2 BEDROOM | 2BR,1BA | $2.17 |
| Maple Ridge Apartments | 2 Bed Large | 2BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| Partridge Hollow | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| Dale House | Barclay | 2BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| Palmer Gardens | pg2x1-r | 2BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| Lantern Court Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| Prospect Place | 1 Bed Accessible | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Montcalm Heights Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.44 |
| Mall Apartments | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $2.46 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap New Salem Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in New Salem?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in New Salem is at The Residences listed at $1,450.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom New Salem Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom New Salem Apartment is $1,350 at Prospect Place.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom New Salem Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in New Salem is starting from $1,534 at Prospect Place.
What is the most affordable New Salem Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap New Salem Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at North 116 Flats and starts from $1,475.
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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back
Written by: Lauren Harrington
I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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