
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Salem, IN from $300 (43 Rentals)
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701-709 Etzler Dr

Aspen Meadows

Parkview Apartments

Yellowwood Terrace Affordable Senior Housing

Valley Ridge

Stonebrook of Scottsburg

Brookview Glen
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Locust Grove Apartments

Gaslight Square Apartments

Huntley Ridge New Albany

The Monroe

Glenview Apartments
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Willow Run

Meadows at Green Tree

Ashby

Lakeview

Arbor Place Apartments

Silver Creek Commons East & West

Charlestown Flats

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Plaza Square Apartments
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Nicholas Landing

Sheffield Square

Heritage Springs Rentals

Renaissance Park Apartments

Klerner Lane Apartments

Chapman Crossing

Foxtail Pointe

1118-B 17th St
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1676 E Radio Tower Rd

Water's Edge

112 Boston Ct

Kingsfield Luxury Apartments

4435 Parker Ave

High Park Apartments

High Peaks

608 E 8th St
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312 Apple Tree Ln

3831 Horne Ave

St. James Place Apartments
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 | $951 | $200 | $1,225 |
| Salem 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,184 | $781 | $1,450 |
| Salem 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,404 | $806 | $2,010 |
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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 |
| Glenview Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $869 |
| 701-709 Etzler Dr | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
| Knobs Pointe Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath B | 2BR,2BA | $924 |
| Meadows at Green Tree | The Elm | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Salem, IN and Nearby
As of July 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Salem area is the $0.96 price per square foot The Arbor Model at Arbor Place Apartments in the in the New Albany neighborhood starting from $1,150. The second greatest value Salem apartment is the Villas of Heritage Springs Townhomes Model at Heritage Springs Rentals starting at $1,150 with a $1.00 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arbor Place Apartments | The Arbor | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.96 |
| Heritage Springs Rentals | Villas of Heritage Springs Townhomes | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.00 |
| Plum Ridge Apartments | Two Bed | 2BR,2BA | $1.05 |
| Valley Ridge | Three Bedroom Townhome | 3BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| Adelyn Apartments | 4229-7 | 2BR,2BA | $1.03 |
| Plaza Square Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Sheffield Square | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| 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 $813 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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