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Salem, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Salem?
Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
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Salem 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,949 | $2,100 | $4,000 |
Salem 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,747 | $2,000 | $6,250 |
Salem 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,924 | $3,000 | $9,500 |
Salem 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,837 | $4,500 | $10,000+ |
Salem 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,900 | $6,900 | $6,900 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Salem, MA
Pricing Updated: 08/27/2025Current apartment rentals in the Salem, MA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Salem Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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North Salem | $3,775 | $2,100 | 7 |
North Shore | $14,700 | $750 | 138 |
Cheapest Available Salem Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Salem, MA is a Studio unit found at Mosaic in the Central neighborhood priced from $1,725. BayView Apartments in the East Lynn neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,750. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Salem apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Mosaic | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $1,725 |
BayView Apartments | 131 Ocean St- Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,750 |
50 Broadway Apartment Homes | Studio B | Studio,1BA | $1,765 |
River Drive Apartments | S1G | Studio,1BA | $1,950 |
24 Mount Vernon Apartments | Renovated Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,025 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Salem, MA
As of August 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Salem area is the $0.24 price per square foot 85 Timson St Model at 85 Timson St, Unit #1 in the in the East Lynn neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value Salem apartment is the 144 North St Model at 144 North St, Unit 1 starting at $2,850 with a $2.04 price per square foot in the North Salem neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Salem apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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85 Timson St, Unit #1 | 85 Timson St | 2BR,1BA | $0.24 |
144 North St, Unit 1 | 144 North St | 3BR,1BA | $2.04 |
23 Gardner St | 23 Gardner St | 2BR,1BA | $1.86 |
Eagle Rock Apartments at Swampscott | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.17 |
37 Endicott St, Unit 3 | 37 Endicott St | 2BR,1BA | $2.08 |
20 High Street Lynn, MA 01902 | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.40 |
335 Cabot St, Unit 1 | 335 Cabot St | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
26 Gregg St, Unit #2 | 26 Gregg St | 2BR,1BA | $2.60 |
22 Railroad Ave, Unit 2 | 22 Railroad Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.61 |
8 Nahant Pl, Unit #301 | 8 Nahant Pl | 1BR,1BA | $2.47 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Salem?
There are currently 754 Apartments for Rent in Salem, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,350 to $10,079. There are also 87 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Salem ranging from $1,900 to $15,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Salem?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Salem ranges from $1,900 to $15,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,881.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Salem?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Salem range from $2,188 to $4,875, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,000 to $6,250. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,900.
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