Studio Apartments for Rent in Salem, MA (228 Rentals)

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Lore
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$2,299 - $2,309
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$2,289 - $4,192

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Lore

266 Canal StSalem, MA 01970
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property at 1 Hazel St

$2,000

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1 Hazel St

SalemMA01970
property at 233 Lafayette St

$1,900 - $2,650

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$1,900

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233 Lafayette St

SalemMA01970
property at 40R Highland Ave

$1,100

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40R Highland Ave

SalemMA01970
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The Essex
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The Essex

11 Church StSalem, MA 01970
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59 Federal St
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59 Federal St

59 Federal StSalem, MA 01970
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53 Harbor St
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53 Harbor St

53 Harbor StSalem, MA 01970
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392 Essex St
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392 Essex St

392 Essex StSalem, MA 01970

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8 Union St
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8 Union St

8 Union StSalem, MA 01970
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H.E.S. House
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H.E.S. House

403-405 Essex StSalem, MA 01970
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24 Boston St
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24 Boston St

24 Boston StSalem, MA 01970
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10 Summer St
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10 Summer St

10 Summer StSalem, MA 01970
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56 Peabody St
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56 Peabody St

56 Peabody StSalem, MA 01970
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134 Bridge St
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134 Bridge St

134 Bridge StSalem, MA 01970
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3 Laurent Rd
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3 Laurent Rd

3 Laurent RdSalem, MA 01970
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7 Crombie St
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7 Crombie St

7 Crombie StSalem, MA 01970
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Essex House
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Essex House

289 Essex StSalem, MA 01970

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1 Laurent Rd
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1 Laurent Rd

1 Laurent RdSalem, MA 01970
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27 Salem St
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27 Salem St

27 Salem StSalem, MA 01970
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3-5 Rawlins St
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3-5 Rawlins St

3-5 Rawlins StSalem, MA 01970
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11 Dow St
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11 Dow St

11 Dow StSalem, MA 01970
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29 Perkins St
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29 Perkins St

29 Perkins StSalem, MA 01970
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136 Boston St
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136 Boston St

136 Boston StSalem, MA 01970
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1 Courageous Ct
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1 Courageous Ct

1 Courageous CtSalem, MA 01970
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46 Peabody St
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46 Peabody St

46 Peabody StSalem, MA 01970
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357 Essex St
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357 Essex St

357 Essex StSalem, MA 01970

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The Monarch
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The Monarch

10 Roslyn StSalem, MA 01970
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57-59 Harbor St
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57-59 Harbor St

57-59 Harbor StSalem, MA 01970
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69 Harbor St
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69 Harbor St

69 Harbor StSalem, MA 01970
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61 Congress St
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61 Congress St

61 Congress StSalem, MA 01970
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22 Becket St
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22 Becket St

22 Becket StSalem, MA 01970
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20-22 Boston St
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20-22 Boston St

20-22 Boston StSalem, MA 01970
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71 Ocean Ave
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71 Ocean Ave

71 Ocean AveSalem, MA 01970
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188 Derby St
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188 Derby St

188 Derby StSalem, MA 01970

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32 Perkins St
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32 Perkins St

32 Perkins StSalem, MA 01970
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64 Palmer St
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64 Palmer St

64 Palmer StSalem, MA 01970
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38 Peabody St
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38 Peabody St

38 Peabody StSalem, MA 01970
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10 Dow St
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10 Dow St

10 Dow StSalem, MA 01970
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11 Mason St
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11 Mason St

11 Mason StSalem, MA 01970
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35 Salem St
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35 Salem St

35 Salem StSalem, MA 01970
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19 Andrew St
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19 Andrew St

19 Andrew StSalem, MA 01970
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20-22 Lynde St
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20-22 Lynde St

20-22 Lynde StSalem, MA 01970
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31 Salem St
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31 Salem St

31 Salem StSalem, MA 01970
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10 Beaver St
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10 Beaver St

10 Beaver StSalem, MA 01970

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Salem Studio Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: July 25, 2026

There are currently 47 available Studio apartment units in Salem, MA neighborhoods that range in price from $1,100 to $6,773. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Salem with the most available Studio apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
North Shore47$2,099$1,100

Largest Available Salem Studio Apartments

The largest available Studio apartment unit in Salem, MA is found at Lore in the South Salem neighborhood and is 519 square feet priced from $2,299. Salem Highlands has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 517 square feet and currently listed start at $1,700. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Salem:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
LoreST1519 Sq Ft$2,299
Salem HighlandsStudio Renovated517 Sq Ft$1,700
MosaicStudio 1450 Sq Ft$1,795
The Vault0BR/1.0BA402 Sq Ft$1,700
BayView Apartments66 Basset St Studio350 Sq Ft$1,595
River Drive ApartmentsS1G338 Sq Ft$1,700

Cheapest Available Salem Studio Apartments

As of July 25, 2026 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Salem, MA is the 66 Basset St Studio Model starting from $1,595 at BayView Apartments in the East Lynn neighborhood. The second most affordable Salem Studio is the S1G Model at River Drive Apartments starting at $1,700 in the Central Peabody neighborhood. The average price for all Studio apartments in Salem is currently $2,003. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Salem:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
BayView Apartments66 Basset St Studio$1,595
River Drive ApartmentsS1G$1,700
The Vault0BR/1.0BA$1,700
Salem HighlandsStudio, non-renovated$1,700
MosaicStudio 1$1,795
LoreST1$2,299

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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 Studio Salem Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Salem with Studio?

Currently the most affordable Studio in Salem is at BayView Apartments listed at $1,595.

How much is the average rent for a Studio Salem Apartment?

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Salem is $2,003.

What is the largest available Studio Salem Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Salem is a 519 square feet unit starting from $2,299 at Lore.

What is the average size for Salem Studio Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Studio rental in Salem is currently 450 sq ft.

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