
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Salem City County, VA from $500 (18 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in Salem City County.


North View Apartments

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Salem Wood Apartments

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The Riverwalk at Salem

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CAMELOT VILLAGE

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The View at 777
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Salem City County, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Salem City County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salem City County Studio Apartments | $1,374 | $1,374 | $1,374 |
| Salem City County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,521 | $1,049 | $2,254 |
| Salem City County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,651 | $995 | $2,865 |
| Salem City County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,992 | $1,385 | $3,475 |
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Cheapest Available Salem City County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Salem City County, VA is a 2 Beds unit found at The Historic Blair Apartments in the Downtown Salem neighborhood priced from $995. North View Apartments in the Peachtree Norwood neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,049. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Salem City County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Historic Blair Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $995 |
| North View Apartments | Classic plus | 1BR,1BA | $1,049 |
| The Riverwalk at Salem | 2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,215 |
| The Crest Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bathroom with Den | 2BR,1BA | $1,255 |
| The View at 777 | Two Bedroom B | 2BR,1BA | $1,279 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Salem City County, VA
As of June 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Salem City County area is the $1.28 price per square foot 2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Model at The Riverwalk at Salem in the in the South Washington Heights neighborhood starting from $1,215. The second greatest value Salem City County apartment is the Two Bedroom One Bathroom with Den Model at The Crest Apartments starting at $1,255 with a $1.41 price per square foot in the Peachtree Norwood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Salem City County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Riverwalk at Salem | 2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.28 |
| The Crest Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bathroom with Den | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Salem Wood Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| North View Apartments | Reno | 2BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| CAMELOT VILLAGE | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.90 |
| The Historic Blair Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| The View at 777 | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.15 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Salem City County Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Salem City County Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Salem City County Apartment is $1,049 at North View Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Salem City County Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Salem City County is starting from $995 at The Historic Blair Apartments.
What is the most affordable Salem City County Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Salem City County Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Riverwalk at Salem and starts from $1,385.
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