
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Salem, IA (53 Rentals)


The Quarters Iowa City

Riverbend 3306-3500 Steamboat Way

Lexington Concord

Macomb Rentals

Westland Village

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Welch Hotel Senior Apartments

1165 S Riverside Dr

Churchill Lofts

Stonegate Village Apartments
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Alice Place West Burlington

Green Gable Cottages

Cobblestone Apartments

Jefferson House Senior Living

Smith and Royer Apartments

Uptown Village Apartments

Aspen Court

Park Madison Apartments

Tama Too Apartments

Sycamore Apartments
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Mane Gate Apartments

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EMERALD HILL APARTMENTS

Nexus TownHomes

School House Apartments

Blaul Lofts

Bel Aire Apartments

Summer Street Apartments

Ottumwa Heights Apartments

Riverfront Crossings
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2010 Cedar St

304 S 2nd St

201-220 Charleston Blvd

2545 N Co Rd 1740

607 NE 3rd Ave

1218 Cedar St

418 N Main St

218 1/2 W 7th St

116 N 4th St

2254 S Riverside Dr
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1115 S 1st Ave

Fairfield Park II Apartments

Louden Lofts

The Burlington Apartments

The Overlook

603 Jefferson St

630 N 6th St

Chateau Apartments

601-605 W Orchard St

Colorado Senior Lofts 55+
Salem, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Salem?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salem Studio Apartments | $866 | $390 | $1,200 |
| Salem 1 Bedroom Apartments | $903 | $510 | $1,650 |
| Salem 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,124 | $450 | $1,675 |
| Salem 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,211 | $695 | $3,300 |
| Salem 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,258 | $600 | $1,650 |
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Largest Available Salem and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Salem, IA is found at Riverfront Crossings in the Fair Meadows neighborhood and is 1,292 square feet priced from $1,650. Blaul Lofts in the Ginger Ridge neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,025 square feet and currently listed start at $1,020. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Salem:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverfront Crossings | 1BR - P w/Office | 1,292 Sq Ft | $1,650 |
| Blaul Lofts | Blaul Lofts - 402 | 1,025 Sq Ft | $1,020 |
| Nexus TownHomes | 514 Layne Drive | 960 Sq Ft | $975 |
| Churchill Lofts | Churchill Lofts - 205 | 930 Sq Ft | $900 |
| Uptown Village Apartments | 1 bed | 900 Sq Ft | $1,300 |
| School House Apartments | 1 Bedroom and 1 Bath | 900 Sq Ft | $950 |
| Tama Too Apartments | 1 bedroom | 900 Sq Ft | $995 |
| Stonegate Village Apartments | One Bedroom Large | 760 Sq Ft | $960 |
| Ottumwa Heights Apartments | 1x1 | 750 Sq Ft | Call for Rates |
| Park Madison Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 750 Sq Ft | $750 |
Cheapest Available Salem and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of May 01, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Salem, IA is the 1 Bed, 1 bath Model starting from $510 at Macomb Rentals . The second most affordable Salem 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom Side Apartment Model at Smith and Royer Apartments starting at $550 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Salem is currently $903. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Salem:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Macomb Rentals | 1 Bed, 1 bath | $510 |
| Smith and Royer Apartments | 1 Bedroom Side Apartment | $550 |
| MAPLE PLACE APARTMENTS | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $665 |
| Park Madison Apartments | 1BR/1BA | $750 |
| Caspian Village Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | $750 |
| Green Gable Cottages | Green Gable 1 Bedroom | $750 |
| Welch Hotel Senior Apartments | One Bedroom | $795 |
| Stonegate Village Apartments | One Bedroom | $860 |
| Churchill Lofts | Churchill Lofts - 205 | $900 |
| Sycamore Apartments | One Bedroom Units | $910 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Salem Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Salem with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Salem is at Macomb Rentals listed at $510.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Salem Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Salem is $903.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Salem Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Salem is a 1,292 square feet unit starting from $1,650 at Riverfront Crossings.
What is the average size for Salem 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Salem is currently 770 sq ft.
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