1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Salem, MA (366 Rentals)

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Lore
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$2,510 - $2,780
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$2,220 - $3,665

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266 Canal StSalem, MA 01970
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Hawthorne Commons
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$2,105 - $4,230
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$2,105 - $5,411

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Hawthorne Commons

205 Highland AveSalem, MA 01970
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Traders Row
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$2,360 - $2,840
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$2,360 - $3,475

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$2,360 - $3,475
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Traders Row

45 Traders WaySalem, MA 01970
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Bell North Shore
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$2,705 - $2,943
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$2,606 - $5,911

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$2,606 - $5,911
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Bell North Shore

One Carol WaySalem, MA 01970
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Halstead Salem Station
$2,595 - $2,810
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$2,595 - $4,705

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$2,595 - $4,705
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Halstead Salem Station

72 Flint StSalem, MA 01970
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The Lighthouses
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The Lighthouses

34 Peabody StSalem, MA 01970
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1 Harbor
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1 Harbor

1 Harbor StSalem, MA 01970
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14 New Derby
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14 New Derby

18 New Derby 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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65 Mason St
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65 Mason St

65 Mason 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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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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15 Winter St
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15 Winter St

15 Winter 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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36 Endicott St
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36 Endicott St

36 Endicott StSalem, MA 01970
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135 Lafayette
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135 Lafayette

135 Lafayette StSalem, MA 01970
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Park Towers
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Park Towers

320 Lafayette StSalem, MA 01970
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12 Palmer St
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12 Palmer St

12 Palmer 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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313 Essex St
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313 Essex St

313 Essex 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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Salem 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: November 03, 2025

There are currently 360 available 1 Bedroom apartment units in Salem, MA neighborhoods that range in price from $1,200 to $6,724. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Salem with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
North Shore355$2,559$1,200
North Salem5$2,600$1,600

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 1,150 square feet priced from $2,943. Amara in the Centerville neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,000 square feet and currently listed start at $3,995. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Salem:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Bell North ShoreA1D1,150 Sq Ft$2,943
Amara1B41,000 Sq Ft$3,995
24 Mount Vernon Apartments1BR/1.0BA890 Sq Ft$2,150
Enterprise Apartment Homes1 Bedroom with Den 1 Bathroom884 Sq Ft$2,495
Sofi At Salem StationMcIntire859 Sq Ft$2,461
The Landing at Vinnin SquareC793 Sq Ft$2,594

Cheapest Available Salem 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of November 03, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Salem, MA is the One Bedroom 60% Model starting from $1,725 at The Residences at St. James in the South Salem neighborhood. The second most affordable Salem 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bed 1 Bath - B Model at 175 Ocean St starting at $1,850 in the East Lynn neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Salem is currently $2,396. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Salem:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
The Residences at St. JamesOne Bedroom 60%$1,725
175 Ocean St1 Bed 1 Bath - B$1,850
Princeton CrossingDog Friendly One Bedroom Standard$1,945
BayView Apartments66 Basset St-Lynn, MA 01902$1,975
The Vault1BR/1.0BA$1,995
Mosaic1 Beds, 1 Baths$2,100
University Square North1BR/1.0BA$2,100
24 Mount Vernon Apartments1BR/1.0BA$2,150
62 CabotResidential$2,200

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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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Getting Around Salem, MA

Walk Score®

84 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

62 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

34 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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 The Residences at St. James listed at $1,725.

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

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Salem is $2,396.

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

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Salem is a 1,150 square feet unit starting from $2,943 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 711 sq ft.

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