
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Salem, AR from $400 (43 Rentals)
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Breckenridge Apartments

The Heights Apartments

The Studios

Sugarloaf Studios

The Vue on Self Circle

Brookshire Apartments

Courtyard @ The Corner
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Williamsburg Apartments

Gladiola Estates

Park Lake

The Links at Jonesboro

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Park West Senior Apartments

Shadowbrook Apartments

Quail Run at Meadow Springs
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The Meadows Apartments

Mountain Station Apartments

The Greens at Jonesboro

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Norfork Villas

The Grand

Cedar Manor Apartments

Grand Oak Place
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Caraway Commons

3871 CR 5640

1263 St Louis St

234 S Thayer Ave

White River Commons

West End Social

414 Pierce St

2208 Sybel Cove
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1325 N Main St

232 Hynes St

Valley Estates Heber Springs

5520 Co Rd 1380

1265 Arch St

Tara Apartments

Black River Studios

686 W 4th St
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22 Aaron St

701 McLain St

Villas at Jonesboro
Salem, AR Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Salem?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salem Studio Apartments | $632 | $425 | $700 |
| Salem 1 Bedroom Apartments | $972 | $475 | $1,950 |
| Salem 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,058 | $500 | $1,738 |
| Salem 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,028 | $775 | $1,430 |
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Cheapest Available Salem Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Salem, AR is a Studio unit found at Mammoth Spring priced from $425. Breckenridge Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $475. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Salem apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mammoth Spring | Studio | Studio,1BA | $425 |
| Breckenridge Apartments | Breckenridge - 1 Bed 1 Bath no W/D Hookup | 1BR,1BA | $475 |
| The Heights Apartments | Small Studio | Studio,1BA | $475 |
| Sugarloaf Studios | Studio | Studio,1BA | $525 |
| The Vue on Self Circle | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $575 |
| 6444 Highway 178 S | Studio / Kitchenette | Studio,1BA | $650 |
| Gladiola Estates | Standard 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $665 |
| Park Lake | Standard | 1BR,1BA | $665 |
| The Links at Jonesboro | Custom | 1BR,1BA | $720 |
| The Meadows Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $730 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Salem, AR and Nearby
As of May 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Salem area is the $0.80 price per square foot 1503 Model at 2700 Burke Ave in the starting from $1,200. The second greatest value Salem apartment is the 2 Bed 1.5 Bath - Malerie St Model at The Oak Townhomes starting at $1,000 with a $0.83 price per square foot . 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2700 Burke Ave | 1503 | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.80 |
| The Oak Townhomes | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath - Malerie St | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.83 |
| Wolf River Lodge | Three Bedroom Townhome | 3BR,2BA | $0.82 |
| Caraway Commons | 2BR | 2BR,2BA | $0.91 |
| Williamsburg Apartments | MEDIUM 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.83 |
| Cedar Manor Apartments | 2 bedroom x 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Shadowbrook Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Breckenridge Apartments | Breckenridge - 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| Sugarloaf Studios | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.05 |
| The Heights Apartments | Small Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.06 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Salem Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Salem?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Salem is at Mammoth Spring listed at $425.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Salem Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Salem Apartment is $475 at Breckenridge Apartments.
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 $565 at Breckenridge Apartments.
What is the most affordable Salem Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Salem Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Courtyard @ The Corner and starts from $900.
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