2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Salem, MA (327 Rentals)

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Lore
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$3,253 - $3,608
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$2,447 - $4,275

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266 Canal StSalem, MA 01970
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Hawthorne Commons
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$2,874 - $15,670
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$2,449 - $15,655
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Hawthorne Commons

205 Highland AveSalem, MA 01970
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Traders Row
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$2,791 - $3,475
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$2,278 - $3,475

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Traders Row

45 Traders WaySalem, MA 01970
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Bell North Shore
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$2,956 - $4,208
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$2,501 - $7,156

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$2,501 - $7,156
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Bell North Shore

One Carol WaySalem, MA 01970
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23 Gardner St
$2,600
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$2,600

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23 Gardner St

23 Gardner StSalem, MA 01970
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13 Becket St, Unit 2
$2,675
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$2,675

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13 Becket St, Unit 2

13 Becket StSalem, MA 01970
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14 Glover St, Unit 2
$2,500
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$2,500

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14 Glover St, Unit 2

14 Glover StSalem, MA 01970
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166 Bridge St, Unit Unit 2
$2,450
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$2,450

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166 Bridge St, Unit Unit 2

166 Bridge StSalem, MA 01970
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property at 271 Jefferson Ave

$2,650

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$2,650

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271 Jefferson Ave

SalemMA01970
property at 8 Hersey St

$1,995

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$1,995

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8 Hersey St

SalemMA01970
property at 5 Pearl St

$2,400

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$2,400

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5 Pearl St

SalemMA01970
property at 20 Symonds St

$2,800

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$2,800

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20 Symonds St

SalemMA01970
property at 11 Willow Ave

$2,600

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$2,600

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11 Willow Ave

SalemMA01970
property at 36 Upham St

$2,600

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36 Upham St

SalemMA01970

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The Essex
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The Essex

11 Church StSalem, MA 01970
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143 Canal St
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143 Canal St

143 Canal StSalem, MA 01970
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2 Laurent Rd
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2 Laurent Rd

2 Laurent RdSalem, MA 01970
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2-4 Emerton St
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2-4 Emerton St

2-4 Emerton StSalem, MA 01970
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40 Ward St
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40 Ward St

40 Ward StSalem, MA 01970
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245 Lafayette St
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245 Lafayette St

245 Lafayette StSalem, MA 01970
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Essex House
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Essex House

289 Essex StSalem, MA 01970
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22 Carlton St
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22 Carlton St

22 Carlton StSalem, MA 01970
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18 Peabody St
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18 Peabody St

18 Peabody StSalem, MA 01970
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65 Boston St
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65 Boston St

65 Boston StSalem, MA 01970

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10-14 Lynch St
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10-14 Lynch St

10-14 Lynch StSalem, MA 01970
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48 Ward St
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48 Ward St

48 Ward StSalem, MA 01970
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52 Peabody St
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52 Peabody St

52 Peabody StSalem, MA 01970
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47 Leavitt St
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47 Leavitt St

47 Leavitt StSalem, MA 01970
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5-15 Derby Sq
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5-15 Derby Sq

5-15 Derby SqSalem, MA 01970
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16 Loring Ave
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16 Loring Ave

16 Loring AveSalem, MA 01970
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293 Lafayette St
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293 Lafayette St

293 Lafayette StSalem, MA 01970
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2-4 Loring Ave
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2-4 Loring Ave

2-4 Loring AveSalem, MA 01970
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42 Park St
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42 Park St

42 Park StSalem, MA 01970

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Salem 2 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: May 27, 2026

There are currently 341 available 2 Bedroom apartment units in Salem, MA neighborhoods that range in price from $1,600 to $13,218. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Salem with the most available 2 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
North Shore334$3,171$1,600
North Salem7$2,950$2,500

Largest Available Salem 2 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Salem, MA is found at River Properties in the South Salem neighborhood and is 2,965 square feet priced from $2,965. Vavel Apartments has the second largest 2 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,464 square feet and currently listed start at $3,950. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in Salem:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
River Properties2 bed 2 bath2,965 Sq Ft$2,965
Vavel ApartmentsA71,464 Sq Ft$3,950
Bell North ShoreB2E1,345 Sq Ft$3,120
Eagle Rock Apartments at SwampscottB11,300 Sq Ft$3,184
Lore2B1,176 Sq Ft$3,458
Grove Street Landing2B1,140 Sq Ft$3,150
The Beverly Collection: Flats at 131Flats at 131 B2D | 2 Bed | 2 Bath1,096 Sq Ft$3,671
Hawthorne CommonsThe Hawkins1,093 Sq Ft$2,889
Salem Highlands2 Bedroom Renovated1,082 Sq Ft$2,400
Amara2B61,064 Sq Ft$5,052

Cheapest Available Salem 2 Bedroom Apartments

As of May 27, 2026 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Salem, MA is the The Ones Model starting from $2,400 at 175 Ocean St in the East Lynn neighborhood. The second most affordable Salem 2 Bedroom is the 2 Bedroom, non-renovated Model at Salem Highlands starting at $2,400 in the South Salem neighborhood. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Salem is currently $3,041. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in Salem:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
175 Ocean StThe Ones$2,400
Salem Highlands2 Bedroom, non-renovated$2,400
Folly Hill Meadows2Bd 1.5Bt (1000 sq ft)$2,450

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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 2 Bedroom Salem Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Salem with 2 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in Salem is at 175 Ocean St listed at $2,400.

How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Salem Apartment?

The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Salem is $3,041.

What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Salem Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Salem is a 2,965 square feet unit starting from $2,965 at River Properties.

What is the average size for Salem 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Salem is currently 1,544 sq ft.

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