2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Salem, MA (286 Rentals)

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143 Canal StSalem, MA 01970
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20 Harbor StSalem, MA 01970
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Salem 2 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: August 04, 2025

There are currently 335 available 2 Bedroom apartment units in Salem, MA neighborhoods that range in price from $1,450 to $30,503. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Salem with the most available 2 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
North Shore330$3,150$1,450
North Salem5$2,700$1,800

Largest Available Salem 2 Bedroom Apartments

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Vavel ApartmentsA41,434 Sq Ft$3,600
Bell North ShoreB2D1,330 Sq Ft$2,701

Cheapest Available Salem 2 Bedroom Apartments

As of August 04, 2025 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Salem, MA is the B1 Model starting from $2,000 at River Drive Apartments in the Central Peabody neighborhood. The second most affordable Salem 2 Bedroom is the 2 Bed/1 Bath Model at Gardner Commons starting at $2,300 in the South Peabody neighborhood. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Salem is currently $3,198. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in Salem:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
River Drive ApartmentsB1$2,000
Gardner Commons2 Bed/1 Bath$2,300
256 Washington2BR/1.0BA$2,300
Princeton CrossingTwo Bedroom Standard$2,349

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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

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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 $2,000.

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

The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Salem is $3,198.

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

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Salem is a 1,434 square feet unit starting from $3,600 at Vavel Apartments.

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

The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Salem is currently 1,008 sq ft.

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