2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Salem, MA (328 Rentals)

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$3,324 - $3,665
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$2,220 - $3,665

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266 Canal StSalem, MA 01970
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Hawthorne Commons
$2,750 - $8,624
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$2,160 - $8,624

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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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$2,314 - $3,475

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$2,314 - $3,475
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Traders Row

45 Traders WaySalem, MA 01970
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Bell North Shore
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$2,726 - $3,249
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$2,536 - $4,750

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$2,536 - $4,750
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Bell North Shore

One Carol WaySalem, MA 01970
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Halstead Salem Station
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$3,395 - $3,695
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$2,505 - $4,705

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$2,505 - $4,705
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Halstead Salem Station

72 Flint StSalem, MA 01970
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3 Hersey St, Unit 1
$2,700
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$2,700

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$2,700
2 Bedroom Apartment Available Jan 1, 2026

3 Hersey St, Unit 1

3 Hersey StSalem, MA 01970
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13 Becket St, Unit #2
$2,500
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$2,500

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$2,500
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13 Becket St, Unit #2

13 Becket StSalem, MA 01970
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6 Arthur St, Unit 3
$2,450
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$2,450

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6 Arthur St, Unit 3

6 Arthur StSalem, MA 01970
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23 Gardner St
$2,600
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$2,600

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$2,600
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23 Gardner St

23 Gardner StSalem, MA 01970
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37 Endicott St, Unit 3
$2,000
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$2,000

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37 Endicott St, Unit 3

37 Endicott StSalem, MA 01970
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5 Pearl St

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10 Lynn St

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property at 301 Lafayette St

301 Lafayette St

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143 Canal St
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143 Canal St

143 Canal 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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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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2 Laurent Rd
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2 Laurent Rd

2 Laurent RdSalem, 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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Salem 2 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: December 02, 2025

There are currently 476 available 2 Bedroom apartment units in Salem, MA neighborhoods that range in price from $1,600 to $10,101. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Salem with the most available 2 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
North Shore466$3,000$1,600
North Salem10$2,750$1,950

Largest Available Salem 2 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Salem, MA is found at Sofi At Salem Station in the North Salem neighborhood and is 1,496 square feet priced from $3,806. Vavel Apartments in the South Salem neighborhood has the second largest 2 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,434 square feet and currently listed start at $3,600. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in Salem:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Sofi At Salem StationThe Pingree Townhome1,496 Sq Ft$3,806
Vavel ApartmentsA41,434 Sq Ft$3,600
Bell North ShoreB2D1,330 Sq Ft$2,856
River Properties1,314 Sq Ft$2,975
Eagle Rock Apartments at SwampscottB11,300 Sq Ft$3,024
The Landing at Vinnin SquareJ1,269 Sq Ft$3,427

Cheapest Available Salem 2 Bedroom Apartments

As of December 02, 2025 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 2Bd 1.5Bt (1000 sq ft) Model at Folly Hill Meadows starting at $2,300 in the Choate Farm neighborhood. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Salem is currently $2,912. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in Salem:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
River Drive ApartmentsB1$2,250
Folly Hill Meadows2Bd 1.5Bt (1000 sq ft)$2,300
University Square South2BR/2.0BA$2,395

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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 2 Bedroom Salem Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Salem with 2 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in Salem is at River Drive Apartments listed at $2,250.

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

The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Salem is $2,912.

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

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Salem is a 1,496 square feet unit starting from $3,806 at Sofi At Salem Station.

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

The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Salem is currently 1,044 sq ft.

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