
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Salem, IN from $420 (61 Rentals)
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304 N Main St, Unit Basement Apartment

701-709 Etzler Dr

100 Central Ave

Aspen Meadows

Parkview Apartments

Yellowwood Terrace Affordable Senior Housing

Chapman Crossing

Foxtail Pointe

Valley Ridge
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Stonebrook of Scottsburg

Brookview Glen

335 S Shawnee Terrace

Courtyard Apartments

Knobs Pointe Apartments

1676 E Radio Tower Rd

Stone Creek Apartments I & II

Locust Grove Apartments

Gaslight Square Apartments

Huntley Ridge New Albany
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The Monroe

Willow Run

Glenview Apartments

High Park Apartments

Meadows at Green Tree

Arbor Place Apartments

Charlestown Flats

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Plaza Square Apartments

Lakeview Apartments

Sheffield Square
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Ashby Apartments

Nicholas Landing

Heritage Springs Rentals

Renaissance Park Apartments

Klerner Lane Apartments

Plum Ridge Apartments

Lochwood Aparatments

The Bend

Heritage Square

Silver Creek Commons East & West
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Adelyn Apartments

122 S Longworth Ave

Grove Park

Water's Edge

343 N 42nd St

Kingsfield Luxury Apartments

4435 Parker Ave

234-244 English Ave

High Peaks

439 N 28th St
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Salem, IN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Salem?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salem Studio Apartments | $719 | $719 | $719 |
| Salem 1 Bedroom Apartments | $954 | $200 | $1,225 |
| Salem 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,182 | $420 | $1,445 |
| Salem 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,369 | $806 | $1,649 |
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Cheapest Available Salem Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Salem, IN is a 1 Bed unit found at Yellowwood Terrace Affordable Senior Housing in the Clarksville neighborhood priced from $200. Stonebrook of Scottsburg has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $699. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Salem apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yellowwood Terrace Affordable Senior Housing | Standard | 1BR,1BA | $200 |
| Stonebrook of Scottsburg | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $699 |
| Brookview Glen | Studio | Studio,1BA | $719 |
| Courtyard Apartments | 1.1B | 1BR,1BA | $739 |
| Huntley Ridge New Albany | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $830 |
| The Monroe | 1 Bedroom and 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $849 |
| Knobs Pointe Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath A | 2BR,2BA | $859 |
| 701-709 Etzler Dr | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
| Glenview Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $909 |
| Foxtail Pointe | 2 Bdrm B | 2BR,1BA | $942 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Salem, IN and Nearby
As of September 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Salem area is the $0.89 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Knobs Pointe Apartments in the in the New Albany neighborhood starting from $1,425. The second greatest value Salem apartment is the E Model at Water's Edge starting at $1,150 with a $0.97 price per square foot . 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Knobs Pointe Apartments | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $0.89 |
| Water's Edge | E | 3BR,2BA | $0.97 |
| Heritage Springs Rentals | Villas of Heritage Springs Townhomes | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.00 |
| Plum Ridge Apartments | Two Bed | 2BR,2BA | $1.01 |
| Plaza Square Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Valley Ridge | Two Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Foxtail Pointe | 2 Bdrm B | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| 701-709 Etzler Dr | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| The Monroe | 1 Bedroom and 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Yellowwood Terrace Affordable Senior Housing | Standard | 1BR,1BA | $0.34 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Salem Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Salem Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Salem Apartment is $200 at Yellowwood Terrace Affordable Senior Housing.
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 $828 at Courtyard Apartments.
What is the most affordable Salem Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Salem Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Heritage Springs Rentals and starts from $1,150.
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