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Newton Senior Housing
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Newton Senior Housing

201 Eaton StNewton, IL 62448
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Elmdale Apartments
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Elmdale Apartments

3924 N Elmdale RdOlney, IL 62450
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215 anderson lane A
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215 anderson lane A

215-223 Anderson LnShiloh, IL 62221
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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

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Salem, IL Local Guide

Largest Available Salem and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Salem, IL is found at Artisan in the OFallon neighborhood and is 920 square feet priced from $1,750. Chesterfield Village has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 800 square feet and currently listed start at $999. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Salem:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Artisan1 Bedroom920 Sq Ft$1,750
Chesterfield Village1 Bedroom 1 Bath800 Sq Ft$999
Station on Main1-1D785 Sq Ft$1,695
Renaissance HillsA4.2780 Sq Ft$1,194
The Oasis at Hartman Lakes1 Bed766 Sq Ft$1,700
Parkway LakesideOak764 Sq Ft$1,607
Green Door Apartments1BR/1B700 Sq Ft$1,000
Whispering Heightswh.A3691 Sq Ft$1,525
Lotts Landing Senior Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom645 Sq Ft$560
Bouse Apartment Homes1 Bedroom 1 Bath620 Sq Ft$845

Cheapest Available Salem and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of January 08, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Salem, IL is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Model starting from $560 at Lotts Landing Senior Apartments . The second most affordable Salem 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at Bouse Apartment Homes starting at $845 in the Metro East neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Salem is currently $1,404. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Salem:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Lotts Landing Senior Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom$560
Bouse Apartment Homes1 Bedroom 1 Bath$845
The Meadows at Shadow Ridge1.1- 612 sq ft$995
Green Door Apartments1BR/1B$1,000
Chesterfield Village1 Bedroom 1 Bath$1,005
Shiloh Commons HoldingsA1 1 Bed | 1 Bath$1,021
Rome Meadows - 62yrs. and over or handicapped1 bedroom$1,082
Renaissance HillsA1$1,169
Whispering Heightswh.A2$1,475
Station on Main1-1D$1,695

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Salem Apartments

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Salem Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Salem is $1,404.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Salem Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Salem is a 920 square feet unit starting from $1,750 at Artisan.

What is the average size for Salem 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Salem is currently 756 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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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!