
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North Salem Neighborhood of Peabody, MA from $1,400 (25 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the North Salem area of Peabody.


4 Northend St

86 Main St

The Residences at St. James

Salem Heights

366 Essex St
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260 Washington Apartments – Modern Living in the Heart of Salem

Historic 1 Harbor St

17 Pickman St, Unit 5

231 Washington Residences

55 Buffum St

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Halstead Salem Station
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210 North St

River Properties

5 Hayward St

The Lighthouses

15 Lynde St

122 Boston
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45 Broad St

10 Warner St

75 Summer St

8 Williams St
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North Salem, Peabody, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in North Salem?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Salem Studio Apartments | $1,400 | $1,400 | $1,400 |
| North Salem 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,576 | $1,450 | $3,425 |
| North Salem 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,959 | $1,600 | $4,610 |
| North Salem 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,770 | $2,382 | $4,900 |
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Cheapest Available North Salem Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the North Salem area of Boston, MA is a Studio unit found at The Residences at St. James priced from $1,400. 260 Washington Apartments – Modern Living in the Heart of Salem has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,900. Here are the most affordable North Salem apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Residences at St. James | Studio 60% | Studio,1BA | $1,400 |
| 260 Washington Apartments – Modern Living in the Heart of Salem | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| Historic 1 Harbor St | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| Halstead Salem Station | A3 - Affordable | 1BR,1BA | $2,391 |
| River Properties | 1 bed 1 bath w/ Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $2,495 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Salem, MA
As of April 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Salem area is the $3.11 price per square foot 2D Model at Grove Street Landing in the in the South Salem neighborhood starting from $3,325. The second greatest value North Salem apartment is the McIntire Model at Sofi At Salem Station starting at $2,605 with a $3.03 price per square foot in the North Salem neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Salem apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grove Street Landing | 2D | 2BR,2BA | $3.11 |
| Sofi At Salem Station | McIntire | 1BR,1BA | $3.03 |
| River Properties | 1 bed 1 bath w/ Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $3.21 |
| Sedna Beverly | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath (Standard) | 1BR,1BA | $5.04 |
| Halstead Salem Station | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $3.80 |
| Historic 1 Harbor St | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.65 |
| 260 Washington Apartments – Modern Living in the Heart of Salem | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $4.06 |
| The Residences at St. James | Studio 60% | Studio ,1BA | $3.11 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Salem Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in North Salem?
The cheapest apartment in North Salem is The Residences at St. James which is listed at $1,725, while the average apartment in North Salem costs $3,500.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in North Salem?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 2 regular apartments in North Salem that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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