
Apartments for Rent in the Federal Street Neighborhood of Salem, MA (428 Rentals)


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Lore

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Traders Row

231 Washington Residences

Princeton Crossing

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Halstead Salem Station

Salem Highlands

Salem Heights

256 Washington

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296-300 Washington St

Grove Street Landing

University Square South

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100 Loring Ave, Unit 2

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29 Park St, Unit 3 bedroom with 2 off street parking spaces

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8 Lawrence St, Unit 1

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5R Buffum St, Unit Rear

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98 Leach St, Unit 3

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36 Endicott St

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3 Ropes St, Unit 2
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101 Derby St, Unit 1

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195 North St, Unit 2

40 Winthrop St, Unit Room in a house

50-1 Barr St

15 Lynde St, Unit 26

82 Washington Square E, Unit 4

14 Daniels St, Unit 5

230 Lafayette St

14 Forest Ave, Unit 2

257 Washington St, Unit 16
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257 Washington St, Unit 11

257 Washington St, Unit 14

257 Washington St, Unit 16

37 Osborne Hill Dr

101 Ocean Ave

44 Park St

5 Mall St

48 Prince St

14 Forest Ave

315 Lafayette St
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6 Northey St

14 Wheatland St

36-38-38 Boston St

36 Barstow St

1 Hazel St

21 Hazel St

46 Bridge St

23 Pleasant St

19 Park St

22 Carlton St
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Federal Street, Salem, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Federal Street?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Federal Street Studio Apartments | $2,105 | $1,100 | $3,843 |
| Federal Street 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,647 | $1,550 | $4,089 |
| Federal Street 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,936 | $1,700 | $4,572 |
| Federal Street 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,866 | $2,500 | $3,450 |
| Federal Street 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,433 | $2,750 | $4,150 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Federal Street?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $2,885 | $2,100 | $3,800 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $3,586 | $2,745 | $4,500 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleFederal Street, Salem, MA
Ranked #2
Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
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Family-Friendly Rating
Renting for your family? Federal Street is a leading residential area for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly submarkets have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. This includes features like parks, pet amenities, playgrounds, picnic areas, recreation rooms, walking and biking trails, and access to highly-rated learning and education resources.
Pet Friendly Rating
Does your family raise furry friends? this area ranks as one of the finest communities for families with pets, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Federal Street
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Federal Street area of Salem, MA?
As of today, August 21, 2026, there are currently 428 available Federal Street apartments priced from $1,100 to $4,572, with an average monthly rent of $2,780.
How much are Studio apartments in Federal Street?
There are currently 126 Studio Apartments in Federal Street with rent ranges from $1,100 to $3,843 with an average price of $2,105.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Federal Street Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Federal Street ranges from $1,550 to $4,089 with an average monthly rent of $2,647.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Federal Street cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Federal Street range from $1,700 to $4,572. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,936.
How expensive are Federal Street Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 55 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Federal Street on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,500 to $3,450 - averaging $2,866 for the location.
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