close
View Me
Rent Specials
$2,199 - $3,665
Total Monthly Price
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowTotal Monthly Price
Base Rent
$2,199 - $3,665
Total Monthly Price
$2,199 - $3,665
Lore
266 Canal StSalem, MA 01970
Apartments for Rent in Salem, MA (777 Rentals)
close
View Me
Rent Specials
$2,158 - $8,559
Total Monthly Price
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowTotal Monthly Price
Base Rent
$2,158 - $8,559
Total Monthly Price
$2,158 - $8,559
Hawthorne Commons
205 Highland AveSalem, MA 01970
close
View Me
Rent Specials
$2,278 - $3,475
Total Monthly Price12 Month Lease Term
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowTotal Monthly Price
Base Rent
$2,278 - $3,475
Total Monthly Price
$2,278 - $3,475
Traders Row
45 Traders WaySalem, MA 01970
close
View Me
$3,600 - $4,100
Plus Fees12 Month Lease Term
2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowVavel Apartments
602 Loring AveSalem, MA 01970
close
View Me
Rent Specials
$2,241 - $3,735
Total Monthly Price12 Month Lease Term
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowTotal Monthly Price
Base Rent
$2,241 - $3,735
Total Monthly Price
$2,241 - $3,735
Halstead Salem Station
72 Flint StSalem, MA 01970
close
View Me
Rent Specials
$2,120 - $2,580
Plus Fees
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowPrinceton Crossing
12 Heritage DrSalem, MA 01970
close
View Me
Rent Specials
$2,750 - $2,900
Plus Fees
2 Bedroom Apartments Available May 15231 Washington Residences
231 Washington StSalem, MA 01970
close
View Me
$2,381 - $3,970
Total Monthly Price
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowTotal Monthly Price
Base Rent
$2,381 - $3,970
Total Monthly Price
$2,381 - $3,970
Bell North Shore
One Carol WaySalem, MA 01970
close
View Me
Rent Specials
$1,900 - $4,000
Plus Fees12 Month Lease Term
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowPark Towers
100 Washington StSalem, MA 01970
close
View Me
$1,700 - $2,500
Plus Fees
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilitySalem Highlands
84 Highland AveSalem, MA 01970
Boston Major Employer Neighborhood Guide: Living Near UMass, MGH, & State Street
Get the local scoop! ApartmentHomeLiving's Boston Expert reveals the best neighborhoods to rent for employees of UMass Boston, Mass General Hospital, State Street, and more.
close
View Me
$1,450 - $1,600
Plus Fees
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilitySalem Heights
12 Pope StSalem, MA 01970
close
View Me
$2,495 - $2,965
Plus Fees
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowRiver Properties
70-92 Boston StSalem, MA 01970
close
View Me
$1,750
Plus Fees
1 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityHistoric 1 Harbor St
1 Harbor StSalem, MA 01970
close
View Me
Rent Specials
$2,895 - $2,950
Plus Fees
2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowOlde Salem Jail
50 St. Peter StSalem, MA 01970
close
View Me
Rent Specials
$2,395
Plus Fees
2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowUniversity Square North
136 Canal StSalem, MA 01970
close
View Me
$2,450 - $2,550
Plus Fees12 Month Lease Term
1 Bedroom Apartments Available Feb 20Grove Street Landing
64 Grove StSalem, MA 01970
close
View Me
Rent Specials
$1,610 - $2,070
Plus Fees12 Month Lease Term
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe Residences at St. James
160 Federal StSalem, MA 01970
close
View Me
$2,400
Total Monthly Price12 Month Lease Term
2 Bedroom Apartment Available Feb 15Total Monthly Price
Base Rent
$2,400
Total Monthly Price
$2,400
83 1/2 Summer St, Unit 2
83 1/2 Summer StSalem, MA 01970
close
View Me
$1,750
Total Monthly Price12 Month Lease Term
1 Bedroom Apartment Available NowTotal Monthly Price
Base Rent
$1,750
Total Monthly Price
$1,750
36 Endicott St, Unit 1R
36 Endicott StSalem, MA 01970
close
View Me
$2,350
Total Monthly Price12 Month Lease Term
2 Bedroom Apartment Available Mar 1Total Monthly Price
Base Rent
$2,350
Total Monthly Price
$2,350
97 Bridge St, Unit #2
97 Bridge StSalem, MA 01970
The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour
Touring a rental? This guide helps you know exactly what to look for, from safety features to hidden flaws, so you can confidently sign your lease or keep searching.
close
View Me
$3,200
Total Monthly Price12 Month Lease Term
4 Bedroom Apartment Available Mar 11Total Monthly Price
Base Rent
$3,200
Total Monthly Price
$3,200
8 Randall St, Unit 2
8 Randall StSalem, MA 01970
close
View Me
$2,700
Total Monthly Price12 Month Lease Term
2 Bedroom Apartment Available NowTotal Monthly Price
Base Rent
$2,700
Total Monthly Price
$2,700
239 Lafayette St, Unit 1
239 Lafayette StSalem, MA 01970
close
View Me
$2,600
Total Monthly Price12 Month Lease Term
2 Bedroom Apartment Available NowTotal Monthly Price
Base Rent
$2,600
Total Monthly Price
$2,600
23 Gardner St
23 Gardner StSalem, MA 01970
close
View Me
$2,350
Total Monthly Price12 Month Lease Term
1 Bedroom Apartment Available Mar 1Total Monthly Price
Base Rent
$2,350
Total Monthly Price
$2,350
10 Mall St, Unit 3rd Floor
10 Mall StSalem, MA 01970
close
View Me
$2,675
Total Monthly Price12 Month Lease Term
2 Bedroom Apartment Available Mar 1Total Monthly Price
Base Rent
$2,675
Total Monthly Price
$2,675
13 Becket St, Unit 2
13 Becket StSalem, MA 01970
close
View Me
$2,150
Total Monthly Price12 Month Lease Term
1 Bedroom Apartment Available Mar 1Total Monthly Price
Base Rent
$2,150
Total Monthly Price
$2,150
35 Walter St, Unit 2
35 Walter StSalem, MA 01970
close
View Me
$2,500
Total Monthly Price12 Month Lease Term
3 Bedroom Apartment Available Mar 1Total Monthly Price
Base Rent
$2,500
Total Monthly Price
$2,500
8 Arthur St, Unit 2
8 Arthur StSalem, MA 01970
close
View Me
$3,700
Total Monthly Price12 Month Lease Term
4 Bedroom Apartment Available NowTotal Monthly Price
Base Rent
$3,700
Total Monthly Price
$3,700
127 Canal St, Unit 3
127 Canal StSalem, MA 01970
close
View Me
$3,200
Total Monthly Price12 Month Lease Term
4 Bedroom Apartment Available Aug 3Total Monthly Price
Base Rent
$3,200
Total Monthly Price
$3,200
52 Lawrence St, Unit 1st Floor
52 Lawrence StSalem, MA 01970
close
View Me
$2,000
Total Monthly Price12 Month Lease Term
2 Bedroom Apartment Available NowTotal Monthly Price
Base Rent
$2,000
Total Monthly Price
$2,000
37 Endicott St, Unit 3
37 Endicott StSalem, MA 01970
Explore Like a Local: The Insider's Guide to Boston
Explore Boston like a local with our guide to neighborhoods, history, and hidden gems. Discover the city's best apartments, from historic brownstones to modern high-rises, and find your perfect Boston home.
close
View Me
$12,549
Total Monthly Price
3 Bedroom Apartments Available Mar 30Total Monthly Price
Base Rent
$11,951
Required Monthly Fees
$598
Total Monthly Price
$12,549
5 Piedmont St
5 Piedmont StSalem, MA 01970
close
View Me
$2,3001 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 1
233 Lafayette St
233 Lafayette StSalem, MA 01970
close
View Me
$2,3002 Bedroom Apartments Available Mar 1
28 1/2 Grove St
28 1/2 Grove StSalem, MA 01970
close
View Me
$12,832
Total Monthly Price
4 Bedroom Apartments Available Nov 9Total Monthly Price
Base Rent
$12,221
Required Monthly Fees
$611
Total Monthly Price
$12,832
10 Smith St
10 Smith StSalem, MA 01970
close
View Me
$2,7502 Bedroom Apartments Available Sep 1
233 Lafayette St
233 Lafayette StSalem, MA 01970
close
View Me
$2,4501 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
393 Essex St
393 Essex StSalem, MA 01970
close
View Me
$1,900Studio Apartments Available Now
233 Lafayette St
233 Lafayette StSalem, MA 01970
217-221 Essex St
SalemMA01970
44 Park St
SalemMA01970
125 Essex St
SalemMA01970
Boston's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
Learn about Boston and the best places to live around the area with original content written by our Boston, MA Local Expert Amelia Ramstead
12 Thorndike St
SalemMA01970
2 Messervy St
SalemMA01970
12 Briggs St
SalemMA01970
10 Cushing St
SalemMA01970
156 Derby St
SalemMA01970
4 Ropes St
SalemMA01970
97 MA-97
SalemMA01970
275 Jefferson Ave
SalemMA01970
210 North St
SalemMA01970
36 Raymond Ave
SalemMA01970
Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs
Wondering how to determine your rental budget? This comprehensive guide covers everything from the 30% rule to hidden fees and effective budgeting strategies.
Salem, MA Local Guide
Salem Common by Diego Brito is licensed under CC BY 2.0
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Salem?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salem Studio Apartments | $1,945 | $1,500 | $2,694 |
| Salem 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,377 | $1,450 | $5,254 |
| Salem 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,937 | $1,600 | $8,113 |
| Salem 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,100 | $2,400 | $10,000+ |
| Salem 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,169 | $3,200 | $10,000+ |
Note: Properties with the Total Monthly Price badge include all required fees. Hover over the badge for details.
Browse Top Apartments in Salem
Explore Salem
Salem, MA Local Guide
Written By:
Staff Writer Local Guide Expert
- Salem Neighborhoods
- Nearby Cities
- ZIP codes
- Local Counties
- School Districts
Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.
Read Article
The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro
Moving is tough, especially long-distance. Learn how to minimize stress & expenses with proven strategies from a real estate pro, covering everything from logistics to finances.
Read ArticleCash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting
Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.
Read ArticleTop Neighborhoods Near Boston Colleges and Universities
Learn About the Best Neighborhoods to Rent Near College Campuses in Boston, MA | Find Boston Off-Campus Student Housing at ApartmentHomeLiving.com
Read ArticleHow a Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit
Learn How a Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit from the Renter University at AparmentHomeLiving.com.
Read ArticleQuick Rent Budget Calculator
How much rent can you afford?
The common "Rule of Thumb" is that rent should be no more than 30% of your income. How much is that? Enter your monthly income and click "Calculate My Budget" to find out.
Let everyone know!
Do you know the Salem area?
If you’re an expert on all things Salem, tell us what you love (and don't) by rating it and writing a review.
Write a Review
Salem Overview
Salem has the feel of a small, compact town. Here, friendly residents celebrate together in the summer and stick together during blustery winters. This town's rich history and placement near Boston makes it a great place for both city commuters and people longing for a quieter life.
What is the history of Salem?
Salem was first settled in 1626 and quickly became a major seaport. It held an important role in the American Revolution as a center for American privateers. However, no history of this city would be complete without mentioning the infamous Salem witch trials of 1692. This town's witchy history has inspired multiple TV shows, films, and books.
How is the weather in Salem?
Wintertime temperatures plunge to 36/17 with plentiful snow. Springs rise steadily to 65/45, but expect plenty of rain from those Atlantic winds. Summers top out at lower 80s/60. August is the driest month in the calendar year. Finally, temperatures dive again in autumn, ending at about 52/32 with snow flurries.
How do I get around town?
Pop up bike lanes, supported by a bikeshare program, appear on weekends to reduce traffic congestion. Many downtown attractions are a mere 10 minutes' walk from various parking lots. Salem has a connection to MBTA bus routes and commuter rail service. There's also a seasonal ferry that runs May to October. Planning to fly? The closest international airport is Boston's Logan International.
What is the Salem commute like?
The 107 runs south toward Boston, but the more direct route is to head west until you hit nearby I-95. 1A parallels the coast and is a good way to reach Beverly and Lynn. Traffic congestion, especially around rush hour, is an issue. This congestion gets worse in October as tourists are drawn to this town's haunted history.
What are the local media outlets?
This town gets print news via The Salem News and The Salem Gazette. News stations available include CBS (channel 4), ABC (channel 5), NBC (channel 10), and FOX (channel 25). A few popular radio stations are WMWM 91.7 (Salem State University's college radio), WBOS 92.9 (classic rock), and WBOQ 104.9 (adult contemporary).
Why live in Salem, MA?
Salem has a reputation as a great home for young, energetic people. They come for Salem State University and stay for the creative scene, exciting history, and dynamic local businesses. However, this city also has a lot to offer busy professionals and families. It's close enough to commute to Boston, but decidedly more budget-friendly than the big city. Salem boasts a gorgeous waterfront, numerous museums and galleries, and centuries of history lying around every corner just waiting to be explored. Salem has a magic that turns visitors into residents, and residents into longtime locals.
What Salem landmarks should I see?
Salem State University, the largest campus in Massachusets' state university system, gives lively character to that area of town. The Burying Point Cemetery, founded in 1637, offers a fascinating glimpse to Salem's long history. In Salem Harbor you can get a look at a 171 foot replica tall ship, the Friendship of Salem.
What is there to do around Salem?
You can learn more about the witch trials at the Salem Witch Museum. Literature fans and architecture buffs may both love a guided tour of the House of the Seven Gables. This house, built in 1668, was inspiration to writers Nathaniel Hawthorne and H.P. Lovecraft. Finally, a boat tour will let you view the coast's multiple lighthouses from stunning angles up close and afar.
Any annual festivals or Salem events to know?
Salem's So Sweet festival features hot chocolate, cool ice sculptures, and a Golden Ticket Raffle. February. June brings sunlight and flowers, a perfect backdrop for the Salem Arts Festival. The Salem Martime Festival in early August celebrates the city's maritime legacy. Finally, Salem pulls out all the stops with town-wide festivities for Halloween.
Where are the nearby vacation spots?
Salem may seem to be part of a major metropolitan area, but people wanting to get away from it all can simply head north on 1A and reach numerous state forests, state parks, and the gorgeous coastline. Boston itself is also easy (though not always quick) to reach via 1A south. Cut down on driving time by avoiding rush hour and major holidays.
Where is the best place to move in Salem?
Apartments in the vicinity of Salem State College are a good fit for students who want to be able to walk to class. This area also has a vibrant nightlife. If you prefer to commute by train, consider a place in northeast Salem near the commuter rail. Areas like Witchcraft Heights and Shetland Park are conveniently close to a number of local businesses and startups. However, you don't necessarily have to pick a certain neighborhood to access what Salem has to offer. It's a compact town and there's likely a number of amenities within walking or biking distance of wherever you find an apartment.
Remember the 3 Rules of Real Estate:Location, Location, Location!
Explore Salem, MA Rentals by Map
See the most popular apartments and homes in Salem, MA
Frequently Asked Questions about Salem
How much are Studio apartments in Salem?
There are currently 217 Studio Apartments in Salem with rent ranges from $1,500 to $2,694 with an average price of $1,945.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Salem Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Salem ranges from $1,450 to $5,254 with an average monthly rent of $2,377.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Salem cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Salem range from $1,600 to $8,113. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,937.
How expensive are Salem Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 109 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Salem on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,400 to $27,027 - averaging $4,100 for the location.
Expert Rental Resources
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
Helpful Local Expert Guides
The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Boston, MA
Written by: Amelia Ramstead
Boston is known for its exciting combination of early American history and modern high-tech universities and employers.
A Local Experts Guide to the Top Boston Neighborhoods for College Renters
Written by: Amelia Ramstead
Hi! I’m Amelia, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Boston, Massachusetts! We’re excited to help you find your new home, and getting to know the neighborhood is an important part of that process!
Explore Like a Local: The Insider's Guide to Boston
Written by: Amelia Ramstead
Hello from Boston, Massachusetts! I’m Amelia, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Boston, and I’m here to give you the inside scoop on this unique city.
Boston Major Employer Neighborhood Guide: Living Near UMass, MGH, & State Street
Written by: Amelia Ramstead
Hi! I’m Amelia, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Boston, Massachusetts. Getting to know your new neighborhood is one of the best parts of moving, and we’re excited to help you get started.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips
Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.
18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.
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.
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.