
Apartments for Rent in Salem, MA Under $2,000 (56 Rentals)


Princeton Crossing

Salem Highlands

The Residences at St. James

Salem Heights

8 Herbert St

233 Lafayette St

160 Federal St
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Terrace Gardens
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138 Franklin St

17 Essex St

472 Essex St

10 Bridge St

1 Washington St

81 Cabot St
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99 Franklin St

44 Estes St

15 Ives St

51 Washington St

3 Kingsley Terrace

2 Kingsley Terrace

4 Kingsley Terrace
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77 Green St

33 Cherry St

108 Franklin St

111 Main St

585 Essex St
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Salem, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Salem?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salem Studio Apartments Under $2000 | $1,897 | $1,575 | $2,350 |
| Salem 1 Bedroom Apartments Under $2000 | $2,396 | $1,350 | $3,995 |
| Salem 2 Bedroom Apartments Under $2000 | $2,954 | $1,500 | $4,800 |
| Salem 3 Bedroom Apartments Under $2000 | $3,068 | $2,300 | $5,223 |
| Salem 4 Bedroom Apartments Under $2000 | $2,950 | $2,950 | $2,950 |
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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 Salem
How much are Studio apartments in Salem?
There are currently 220 Studio Apartments in Salem with rent ranges from $1,575 to $2,350 with an average price of $1,897.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Salem Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Salem ranges from $1,350 to $3,995 with an average monthly rent of $2,396.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Salem cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Salem range from $1,500 to $4,800. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,954.
How expensive are Salem Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 106 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Salem on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,300 to $5,223 - averaging $3,068 for the location.
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