
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Salem, IA (47 Rentals)


The Quarters Iowa City

Lexington Concord

Riverbend 3306-3500 Steamboat Way

Urbane424 Apartments

Macomb Rentals

Welch Hotel Senior Apartments

Westland Village

Churchill Lofts

Stonegate Village Apartments
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Fairfield Park II Apartments

Smith and Royer Apartments

Alice Place West Burlington

Tama Too Apartments

Cobblestone Apartments

Jefferson House Senior Living

Uptown Village Apartments

Aspen Court

Green Gable Cottages

Park Madison Apartments
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Mane Gate Apartments

Sycamore Apartments

MAPLE PLACE APARTMENTS

Nexus TownHomes

Summer Street Apartments

Bel Aire Apartments

Washington Apartments

Ottumwa Heights Apartments

Riverfront Crossings

2012 Cedar St
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516 South St

1218 Cedar St

109 S Marshall St

1710 Miles Ave

313 Cherry St

116 N 5th St

116 N 4th St

The Burlington Apartments

School House Apartments

Blaul Lofts

The Overlook

1165 S Riverside Dr

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 | $847 | $390 | $1,200 |
| Salem 1 Bedroom Apartments | $884 | $418 | $1,650 |
| Salem 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,089 | $450 | $1,700 |
| Salem 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,104 | $560 | $3,300 |
| Salem 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,234 | $600 | $1,600 |
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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. Churchill Lofts in the Ginger Ridge neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,140 square feet and currently listed start at $1,100. 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 |
| Churchill Lofts | Churchill Lofts - 215 | 1,140 Sq Ft | $1,100 |
| Blaul Lofts | Blaul Lofts - 203 | 1,048 Sq Ft | $1,000 |
| Nexus TownHomes | 1,000 Sq Ft | $975 | |
| Stonegate Village Apartments | One Bedroom Large | 760 Sq Ft | $960 |
| Westland Village | 1x1 | 750 Sq Ft | $750 |
| Ottumwa Heights Apartments | 1x1 | 750 Sq Ft | Call for Rates |
| Park Madison Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 750 Sq Ft | $750 |
| Summer Street Apartments | Apartment 8 | 750 Sq Ft | $950 |
| Mane Gate Apartments | One Bedroom with W/D - OL | 737 Sq Ft | $1,140 |
Cheapest Available Salem and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of January 11, 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 ADA Model at Alice Place West Burlington starting at $515 in the Ginger Ridge neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Salem is currently $884. 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 |
| Alice Place West Burlington | 1-Bedroom ADA | $515 |
| Smith and Royer Apartments | 1 Bedroom | $650 |
| MAPLE PLACE APARTMENTS | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $665 |
| Caspian Village Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | $700 |
| Green Gable Cottages | Green Gable 1 Bedroom | $750 |
| Riverbend 3306-3500 Steamboat Way | 1 Bedroom | $750 |
| Park Madison Apartments | 1BR/1BA | $750 |
| Welch Hotel Senior Apartments | One Bedroom | $750 |
| Westland Village | 1x1 | $750 |
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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 $884.
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 404 sq ft.
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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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