
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Salem, FL from $500 (21 Rentals)
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Amberwood Hills

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Sundial Apartments

Oak Terrace at Lake Park

Parkway Square Apartments

Brookestone Senior Residences

Brookside (Hallmark)
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The Grove at Perry

182 W Folsom St

21155 Keaton Beach Dr

Arbours At Madison Apartments

The Lakes at San Marcos Apartments

Altera 3100
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202 Irvin Ave NW

1205 E Green St

Santa Fe Trace Apartments

109 SW Socket Glen

1315 S Center St

206 Alice St

131 N Jefferson St
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Salem, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Salem?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salem Studio Apartments | $987 | $900 | $1,050 |
| Salem 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,523 | $955 | $5,070 |
| Salem 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,676 | $899 | $3,016 |
| Salem 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,927 | $576 | $3,222 |
| Salem 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,292 | $515 | $2,099 |
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Cheapest Available Salem Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Salem, FL is a 3 Beds unit found at The Crossing at Santa Fe in the Kensington Park neighborhood priced from $675. Glen Oaks Apartments in the Southwest Tallahassee neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $899. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Salem apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Crossing at Santa Fe | 3-3 Wood | 3BR,3BA | $675 |
| Glen Oaks Apartments | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $899 |
| Sundial Apartments | A1 - Studio | 1BR,1BA | $955 |
| Parkway Square Apartments | The Bellini Studio | Studio,1BA | $999 |
| Oak Terrace at Lake Park | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $1,075 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Salem, FL and Nearby
As of May 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Salem area is the $1.24 price per square foot Vale Model at Enclave at Tara Greens Townhomes in the in the Northwest Gainesville neighborhood starting from $2,206. The second greatest value Salem apartment is the 3-3 Wood Model at The Crossing at Santa Fe starting at $675 with a $0.51 price per square foot in the Kensington Park neighborhood. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enclave at Tara Greens Townhomes | Vale | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.24 |
| The Crossing at Santa Fe | 3-3 Wood | 3BR,3BA | $0.51 |
| Capital Grand | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Grove Park Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Santa Fe Oaks | 3 Bed, 2.5 Bath Townhome | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.15 |
| Jefferson Pines | Dynamic | 3BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| Glen Oaks Apartments | C1 - Renovated | 3BR,2BA | $1.01 |
| MAA Steeplegate | The Preakness | 2BR,2BA | $1.37 |
| Brookestone Senior Residences | Gardenia | 2BR,2BA | $1.36 |
| Oak Terrace at Lake Park | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.21 |
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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 Parkway Square Apartments listed at $999.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Salem Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Salem Apartment is $955 at Sundial 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 $899 at Glen Oaks Apartments.
What is the most affordable Salem Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Salem Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Crossing at Santa Fe and starts from $675.
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