1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Salem, MA (388 Rentals)

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$2,505 - $2,807
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266 Canal StSalem, MA 01970
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Traders Row
$2,278 - $2,930
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Jul 19

Traders Row

45 Traders WaySalem, MA 01970
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8 Loring Ave, Unit 1
$1,995
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$1,995

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8 Loring Ave, Unit 1

8 Loring AveSalem, MA 01970
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84 Hathorne St, Unit 1 rear
$2,200
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$2,200

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84 Hathorne St, Unit 1 rear

84 Hathorne StSalem, MA 01970
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36 Endicott St
$1,700 - $2,200
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$1,700 - $2,200

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36 Endicott St

36 Endicott StSalem, MA 01970
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property at 98 Margin St

$1,850

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$1,850

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98 Margin St

SalemMA01970
property at 31 Forrester St

$2,200

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$2,200

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31 Forrester St

SalemMA01970
property at 116 Lafayette St

$1,250

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$1,250

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116 Lafayette St

SalemMA01970
property at 131 Essex St

$2,250

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$2,250

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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131 Essex St

SalemMA01970

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property at 23 Juniper Ave

$2,900

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23 Juniper Ave

SalemMA01970
property at 217 Essex St

$2,650

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217 Essex St, Unit 402

217 Essex St
SalemMA01970
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The Essex
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The Essex

11 Church StSalem, MA 01970
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278 Lafayette St
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278 Lafayette St

278 Lafayette StSalem, MA 01970
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72-74 Bridge St
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72-74 Bridge St

72-74 Bridge StSalem, MA 01970
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33 Upham St
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33 Upham St

33 Upham StSalem, MA 01970
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39 Endicott St
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39 Endicott St

39 Endicott StSalem, MA 01970
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2-4 Howard St
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2-4 Howard St

2-4 Howard StSalem, MA 01970

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Heritage Plaza
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Heritage Plaza

10 Norman StSalem, MA 01970
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21 Leach St
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21 Leach St

21 Leach StSalem, MA 01970
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7 Hancock St
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7 Hancock St

7 Hancock StSalem, MA 01970
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8 Herbert St
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8 Herbert St

8 Herbert StSalem, MA 01970
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151 North St
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151 North St

151 North StSalem, MA 01970
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401 Essex St
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401 Essex St

401 Essex StSalem, MA 01970
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235 Lafayette St
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235 Lafayette St

235 Lafayette StSalem, MA 01970
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15 Leach St
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15 Leach St

15 Leach StSalem, MA 01970
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2 Essex St
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2 Essex St

2 Essex StSalem, MA 01970

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Salem 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: July 11, 2026

There are currently 320 available 1 Bedroom apartment units in Salem, MA neighborhoods that range in price from $1,200 to $12,070. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Salem with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
North Shore319$2,582$1,200
North Salem1$2,630$2,444

Largest Available Salem 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Salem, MA is found at Bell North Shore in the South Salem neighborhood and is 978 square feet priced from $2,740. 24 Mount Vernon Apartments in the Central neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 950 square feet and currently listed start at $2,575. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Salem:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Bell North ShoreA1B978 Sq Ft$2,740
24 Mount Vernon ApartmentsRenovated 1-bedroom with Loft950 Sq Ft$2,575
Mosaic1 Beds, 1 Baths912 Sq Ft$2,065
Folly Hill Meadows870SF 1 bed870 Sq Ft$2,250
Holmes Beverly1bed/1ba w/den846 Sq Ft$3,300
The Beverly Collection: CanvasCanvas A1BEL | 1 Bed | 1 Bath815 Sq Ft$2,735
The Beverly Collection: The BlockBlock A1AL | 1 Bed | 1 Bath814 Sq Ft$2,588
The Landing at Vinnin SquareB808 Sq Ft$2,654
Lore1D805 Sq Ft$2,682
Hawthorne CommonsThe Dickens796 Sq Ft$2,501

Cheapest Available Salem 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of July 11, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Salem, MA is the 1 Beds, 1 Baths Model starting from $1,795 at Mosaic in the Central neighborhood. The second most affordable Salem 1 Bedroom is the 1 Beds, 1 Baths Model at 278 Lafayette St starting at $1,900 in the South Salem neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Salem is currently $2,444. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Salem:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Mosaic1 Beds, 1 Baths$1,795
278 Lafayette St1 Beds, 1 Baths$1,900
Salem Highlands1 Bedroom, non-renovated$1,975
River Drive ApartmentsA1G$1,975
14 New Derby1BR/1.0BA$1,975
175 Ocean StThe Threes$2,000
The Vault1BR/1.0BA$2,000
BayView Apartments66 Basset St 1 Bed 1 Bath$2,025

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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.

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.

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Salem Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Salem with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Salem is at Mosaic listed at $1,795.

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

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Salem is $2,444.

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

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Salem is a 978 square feet unit starting from $2,740 at Bell North Shore.

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

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Salem is currently 1,331 sq ft.

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