
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Gallows Hill Neighborhood of Salem, MA from $600 (19 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Gallows Hill area of Salem.


The Residences at St. James

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Princeton Crossing

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Halstead Salem Station

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Hawthorne Commons

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Gallows Hill, Salem, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Gallows Hill?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gallows Hill Studio Apartments | $1,512 | $1,100 | $1,850 |
| Gallows Hill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,346 | $1,450 | $2,930 |
| Gallows Hill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,817 | $1,600 | $3,540 |
| Gallows Hill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,870 | $2,382 | $4,900 |
| Gallows Hill 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,700 | $3,700 | $3,700 |
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There are currently 19 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Gallows Hill Neighborhood of Salem, MA.
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Cheapest Available Gallows Hill Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Gallows Hill area of Boston, MA is a Studio unit found at The Residences at St. James priced from $1,400. Salem Highlands has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,700. Here are the most affordable Gallows Hill apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Residences at St. James | Studio 60% | Studio,1BA | $1,400 |
| Salem Highlands | Studio, non-renovated | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
| Princeton Crossing | Dog Friendly One Bedroom Standard | 1BR,1BA | $1,999 |
| Halstead Salem Station | A3 - Affordable | 1BR,1BA | $2,391 |
| Hawthorne Commons | The Chestnut | 1BR,1BA | $2,478 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gallows Hill, MA
As of April 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Gallows Hill area is the $3.11 price per square foot 2D Model at Grove Street Landing in the in the South Salem neighborhood starting from $3,325. The second greatest value Gallows Hill apartment is the B2D Model at Traders Row starting at $3,050 with a $2.90 price per square foot in the South Salem neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Gallows Hill apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grove Street Landing | 2D | 2BR,2BA | $3.11 |
| Traders Row | B2D | 2BR,2BA | $2.90 |
| River Properties | 1 bed 1 bath w/ Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $3.21 |
| Hawthorne Commons | The Chestnut | 1BR,1BA | $3.23 |
| Halstead Salem Station | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $3.80 |
| Princeton Crossing | Dog Friendly One Bedroom Standard | 1BR,1BA | $3.33 |
| Salem Highlands | Studio Renovated | Studio ,1BA | $3.58 |
| The Residences at St. James | Studio 60% | Studio ,1BA | $3.11 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Gallows Hill Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Gallows Hill?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Gallows Hill is under $3,325.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Gallows Hill?
The cheapest apartment in Gallows Hill is The Residences at St. James which is listed at $1,725, while the average apartment in Gallows Hill costs $4,100.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Gallows Hill?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 2 regular apartments in Gallows Hill that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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