
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Salem, IA (49 Rentals)


Riverbend 3306-3500 Steamboat Way

Orchards & Woodlands

Westland Village

Creekside Park

Stonegate Village Apartments
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Park Madison Apartments

River Ridge 2301-2325 University Drive

926 Harlocke St (IC)

Alice Place West Burlington

Colorado Senior Lofts 55+

Smith and Royer Apartments

Uptown Village Apartments
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Aspen Court

The Burlington Apartments

Cobblestone Apartments

1165 S Riverside Dr

Mane Gate Apartments

The Overlook

Sycamore Apartments

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Nexus TownHomes

Orchard Lane Apartments
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School House Apartments

Ottumwa Heights Apartments

722 Wildwood Dr

226 Locust St

3029 River Rd

407-407 SW 8th St

201 Jefferson St

156 Westside Dr

340 Boundary Ave
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904 Benton Dr

2743 Triple Crown Ln

1101 Hillary Ave

116 N 4th St

1304 S Main St

2694 Pinto Ln

1509 Ranier Dr
Salem, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Salem?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Salem Studio Apartments | $953 | $390 | $1,200 |
Salem 1 Bedroom Apartments | $925 | $510 | $1,650 |
Salem 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,123 | $450 | $1,700 |
Salem 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,217 | $650 | $3,300 |
Salem 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,136 | $600 | $1,600 |
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Largest Available Salem and Nearby 2 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Salem, IA is found at Churchill Lofts in the Ginger Ridge neighborhood and is 1,685 square feet priced from $1,498. Riverfront Crossings in the Fair Meadows neighborhood has the second largest 2 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,382 square feet and currently listed start at $1,675. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in Salem:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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Churchill Lofts | Churchill Lofts - 316 | 1,685 Sq Ft | $1,498 |
Riverfront Crossings | 2BR - J | 1,382 Sq Ft | $1,675 |
The Quarters Iowa City | D - 2x2 | 1,237 Sq Ft | $765 |
The Burlington Apartments | 2BR/1BA | 1,028 Sq Ft | $895 |
Ottumwa Heights Apartments | 2x1 | 1,000 Sq Ft | Call for Rates |
Nexus TownHomes | 510 Layne Drive | 1,000 Sq Ft | $1,275 |
Smith and Royer Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Suite | 960 Sq Ft | $1,000 |
Washington Apartments | The Harmon | 959 Sq Ft | $1,043 |
Park Madison Apartments | 2BR/1BA | 954 Sq Ft | $850 |
School House Apartments | 2 Bedroom and 1 Bath | 825 Sq Ft | $1,050 |
Cheapest Available Salem and Nearby 2 Bedroom Apartments
As of July 12, 2025 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Salem, IA is the 2 Beds, 1.5 baths Model starting from $450 at Macomb Rentals . The second most affordable Salem 2 Bedroom is the Unit 59 Model at Mediapolis Village starting at $595 . The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Salem is currently $1,123. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in Salem:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Macomb Rentals | 2 Beds, 1.5 baths | $450 |
Mediapolis Village | Unit 59 | $595 |
Smith and Royer Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | $650 |
Bel Aire Apartments | 2 Bedroom | $745 |
Colorado Senior Lofts 55+ | Two Bedroom | $799 |
Louden Lofts | Two Bedroom | $800 |
Park Madison Apartments | 2BR/1BA | $850 |
The Burlington Apartments | 2BR/1BA | $895 |
Churchill Lofts | Churchill Lofts - 210 | $950 |
Washington Apartments | The Harmon | $1,043 |
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Getting Around Salem, IA
Walk Score®
22 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
30 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom Salem Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Salem with 2 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in Salem is at Macomb Rentals listed at $450.
How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Salem Apartment?
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Salem is $1,123.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Salem Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Salem is a 1,685 square feet unit starting from $1,498 at Churchill Lofts.
What is the average size for Salem 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Salem is currently 835 sq ft.
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