
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Salem, AL (26 Rentals)


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The Glenn

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The Taylor

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1322 North Apartments

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Grayton on Dean

Summer Lake Apartments
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Summer Brooke Apartments

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Lakewood Station Apartments

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Crossings of Opelika

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Auburn Flats

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Parc at Opelika

Woodbend Apartments

Carriage Hill Apartments

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Shelton Mill Townhomes

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The Reserve at Opelika
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Smiths Villas

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Courtyard Apartments

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Pinehurst Villas Apartments

109 Vaughan Ave

407 S 8th St

The Samford Glenn Apartments
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Salem?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salem Studio Apartments | $1,300 | $1,300 | $1,300 |
Salem 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,353 | $815 | $2,455 |
| Salem 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,569 | $240 | $2,290 |
| Salem 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,857 | $860 | $3,649 |
| Salem 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,538 | $1,045 | $2,500 |
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Largest Available Salem and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Salem, AL is found at Shelton Mill Townhomes in the North Auburn neighborhood and is 1,040 square feet priced from $1,275. Carriage Hill Apartments in the Phenix City neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 897 square feet and currently listed start at $1,045. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Salem:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shelton Mill Townhomes | 1 Bed 1.5 Bath Lane | 1,040 Sq Ft | $1,275 |
| Carriage Hill Apartments | Crab Apples (Renovated) | 897 Sq Ft | $1,045 |
| The Taylor | A2 | 817 Sq Ft | $2,119 |
| 1322 North Apartments | Renovated One Bedroom | 756 Sq Ft | $1,374 |
| Auburn Flats | One Bedroom Deluxe | 660 Sq Ft | $1,149 |
| Woodbend Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 656 Sq Ft | $815 |
| Crossings of Opelika | A1 | 651 Sq Ft | $1,281 |
| Courtyard Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 650 Sq Ft | $920 |
| Grayton on Dean | 1A | 600 Sq Ft | $1,137 |
| Summer Brooke Apartments | one bedroom | 592 Sq Ft | $1,100 |
Cheapest Available Salem and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of August 26, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Salem, AL is the 1 Bed 1 Bath Model starting from $815 at Woodbend Apartments in the Lee County neighborhood. The second most affordable Salem 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bed 1 Bath Model at The Reserve at Opelika starting at $885 in the North Auburn neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Salem is currently $1,353. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Salem:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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| Woodbend Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $815 |
| The Reserve at Opelika | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $885 |
| Carriage Hill Apartments | Crab Apples (Renovated) | $1,045 |
| Summer Brooke Apartments | one bedroom | $1,100 |
| Grayton on Dean | 1A | $1,137 |
| Auburn Flats | One Bedroom Deluxe | $1,149 |
| Shelton Mill Townhomes | 1 Bed 1.5 Bath Lane | $1,275 |
| Crossings of Opelika | A1 | $1,281 |
| 1322 North Apartments | Renovated One Bedroom | $1,374 |
| The Taylor | E1 | $1,614 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Salem Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Salem Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Salem is $1,353.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Salem Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Salem is a 1,040 square feet unit starting from $1,275 at Shelton Mill Townhomes.
What is the average size for Salem 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Salem is currently 756 sq ft.
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