Cheap Apartments for Rent in Salem, AR from $400 (46 Rentals)

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Find income-restricted rentals and housing subsidies. Explore government programs designed to help low-income families secure stable, affordable housing.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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Caraway Commons
$850 - $1,150
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Caraway Commons

3308 Caraway Commons DrJonesboro, AR 72404
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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

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White River Commons
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

White River Commons

1325 N Saint LouisBatesville, AR 72501
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West End Social
Studio Apartments

West End Social

1350 Hwy 62 WMountain Home, AR 72653
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Tara Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Tara Apartments

1000 S Main StMountain Home, AR 72653
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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

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Villas at Jonesboro
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Villas at Jonesboro

983 N Patrick StJonesboro, AR 72401
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Sundance Townhomes
2 Bedroom Apartments

Sundance Townhomes

1912 Word CvJonesboro, AR 72401
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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.

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Salem, AR Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Mammoth SpringStudioStudio,1BA$425
Breckenridge ApartmentsBreckenridge - 1 Bed 1 Bath no W/D Hookup1BR,1BA$475
The Heights ApartmentsSmall StudioStudio,1BA$475
Sugarloaf StudiosStudioStudio,1BA$525
The Vue on Self Circle1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$575
Cedar Manor ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$575
6444 Highway 178 SStudio / KitchenetteStudio,1BA$650
Gladiola EstatesStandard 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$665
Park LakeStandard1BR,1BA$665
The Links at JonesboroCustom1BR,1BA$720

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Salem, AR and Nearby

As of August 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Salem area is the $0.80 price per square foot 1302 Model at 2700 Burke Ave in the starting from $1,200. The second greatest value Salem apartment is the 2 Bed 1.5 Bath - Morganne Dr 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2700 Burke Ave13022BR,1.5BA$0.80
The Oak Townhomes2 Bed 1.5 Bath - Morganne Dr2BR,1.5BA$0.83
Caraway Commons3BR3BR,2BA$0.87
Park West Patio Homes2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$0.96
Williamsburg ApartmentsMEDIUM 2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$0.83
Cardinal Apartments2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$0.92
Shadowbrook Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.04
Breckenridge ApartmentsBreckenridge - 2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$0.93
Sugarloaf StudiosStudioStudio ,1BA$1.05
The Heights ApartmentsSmall StudioStudio ,1BA$1.06

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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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.

Expert Rental Resources

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

Written by: Robin Stewart

Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.