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2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now231 Washington Residences
231 Washington StSalem, MA 01970
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Salem Neighborhood of Salem, MA from $1,400 (26 Rentals)
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowPark Towers
100 Washington StSalem, MA 01970
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100 Washington St, Unit 26
100 Washington StSalem, MA 01970
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37 Endicott St, Unit 3
37 Endicott StSalem, MA 01970
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Downtown Salem, Salem, MA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Salem?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Salem 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,916 | $1,750 | $2,100 |
| Downtown Salem 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,461 | $1,950 | $3,075 |
| Downtown Salem 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,275 | $2,800 | $4,000 |
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Cheapest Available Downtown Salem Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Salem area of Boston, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at Historic 1 Harbor St priced from $1,750. Park Towers has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,900. Here are the most affordable Downtown Salem apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Historic 1 Harbor St | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| Park Towers | 1 Bedroom Apt | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| Sofi At Salem Station | McIntire | 1BR,1BA | $2,348 |
| Olde Salem Jail | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2,895 |
| 231 Washington Residences | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath - C4 | 2BR,2BA | $2,975 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Salem, MA
As of December 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Salem area is the $1.63 price per square foot 100 Washington St Model at 100 Washington St, Unit 26 in the in the South Salem neighborhood starting from $1,950. The second greatest value Downtown Salem apartment is the 37 Endicott St Model at 37 Endicott St, Unit 3 starting at $2,000 with a $1.67 price per square foot in the South Salem neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Salem apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 Washington St, Unit 26 | 100 Washington St | 2BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| 37 Endicott St, Unit 3 | 37 Endicott St | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Olde Salem Jail | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.79 |
| 231 Washington Residences | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath - C4 | 2BR,2BA | $2.96 |
| Sofi At Salem Station | McIntire | 1BR,1BA | $2.74 |
| Park Towers | 1 Bedroom Apt | 1BR,1BA | $2.53 |
| Historic 1 Harbor St | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.92 |
Getting Around the Downtown Salem Neighborhood in Salem, MA
Walk Score®
99 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
77 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
39 / 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 Cheap Downtown Salem Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Salem Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Salem Apartment is $1,750 at Historic 1 Harbor St.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Salem Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Salem is starting from $2,838 at Sofi At Salem Station.
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