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| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salem Studio Apartments | $1,966 | $1,100 | $3,843 |
| Salem 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,447 | $1,200 | $4,131 |
Salem 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,879 | $1,700 | $4,623 |
| Salem 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,066 | $2,500 | $4,930 |
| Salem 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,260 | $2,750 | $4,150 |
There are currently 317 available 2 Bedroom apartment units in Salem, MA neighborhoods that range in price from $1,600 to $11,326. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Salem with the most available 2 Bedroom apartments:
| Neighborhood | Available Units | Median Price | Min Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Shore | 310 | $3,011 | $1,600 |
| North Salem | 7 | $2,900 | $2,300 |
The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Salem, MA is found at Bell North Shore in the South Salem neighborhood and is 2,250 square feet priced from $4,113. Sofi At Salem Station in the North Salem neighborhood has the second largest 2 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,477 square feet and currently listed start at $4,464. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in Salem:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bell North Shore | B3A | 2,250 Sq Ft | $4,113 |
| Sofi At Salem Station | The Nichols Townhome | 1,477 Sq Ft | $4,464 |
| Vavel Apartments | A7 | 1,464 Sq Ft | $3,950 |
| Eagle Rock Apartments at Swampscott | B1 | 1,300 Sq Ft | $3,029 |
| Lore | 2B | 1,176 Sq Ft | $3,163 |
| The Beverly Collection: Link 480 | Link B2F | 2 Bed | 2 Bath | 1,170 Sq Ft | $3,312 |
| The Landing at Vinnin Square | H | 1,158 Sq Ft | $3,253 |
| Hawthorne Commons | The Harbor | 1,093 Sq Ft | $2,920 |
| Salem Highlands | 2 Bedroom Renovated | 1,082 Sq Ft | $2,400 |
| Traders Row | B2D | 1,051 Sq Ft | $2,970 |
As of August 26, 2026 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Salem, MA is the B1 Model starting from $2,250 at River Drive Apartments in the Central Peabody neighborhood. The second most affordable Salem 2 Bedroom is the The Ones Model at 175 Ocean St starting at $2,400 in the East Lynn neighborhood. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Salem is currently $2,879. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in Salem:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| River Drive Apartments | B1 | $2,250 |
| 175 Ocean St | The Ones | $2,400 |
| Salem Highlands | 2 Bedroom, non-renovated | $2,400 |
| 256 Washington | 2BR/1.0BA | $2,400 |
| The Vault | 2BR/1.0BA | $2,575 |
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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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Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in Salem is at River Drive Apartments listed at $2,250.
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Salem is $2,879.
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Salem is a 2,250 square feet unit starting from $4,113 at Bell North Shore.
The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Salem is currently 1,341 sq ft.
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