
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North Salem Neighborhood of Salem, MA from $1,300 (4 Rentals)
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North Salem, Salem, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in North Salem?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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North Salem Studio Apartments | $2,462 | $1,610 | $6,326 |
North Salem 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,867 | $1,350 | $4,591 |
North Salem 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,112 | $1,500 | $7,159 |
North Salem 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,275 | $2,800 | $3,900 |
North Salem 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,800 | $2,800 | $2,800 |
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Salem, MA
As of June 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the North Salem area is the $2.64 price per square foot 32 Derby Sq Model at 32 Derby Sq, Unit 2 in the in the South Salem neighborhood starting from $4,000. The second greatest value North Salem apartment is the 33 New Derby St Model at 33 New Derby St, Unit 2 starting at $4,000 with a $2.64 price per square foot in the South Salem neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Salem apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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32 Derby Sq, Unit 2 | 32 Derby Sq | 2BR,2BA | $2.64 |
33 New Derby St, Unit 2 | 33 New Derby St | 2BR,2BA | $2.64 |
Sofi At Salem Station | Derby | 2BR,2BA | $2.86 |
8 Fowler St, Unit 2 | 8 Fowler St | 2BR,1BA | $2.55 |
Grove Street Landing | 2E | 2BR,2BA | $3.15 |
17 Bryant St, Unit 3 | 17 Bryant St | 2BR,1BA | $2.70 |
36 Upham St, Unit #1 | 36 Upham St | 1BR,1BA | $2.30 |
29 New Derby St, Unit 2 | 29 New Derby St | 2BR,1BA | $2.85 |
6 River St, Unit 2 | 6 River St | 2BR,1BA | $2.77 |
27 Symonds St, Unit 3 | 27 Symonds St | 2BR,1BA | $2.78 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleNorth Salem, Salem, MA
Ranked #2
Among neighborhoods in Salem, MA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the North Salem Neighborhood in Salem, MA
Walk Score®
82 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
66 / 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 Cheap North Salem Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom North Salem Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom North Salem Apartment is $2,242 at The Beverly Collection: Flats at 131.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom North Salem Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in North Salem is starting from $2,900 at River Properties.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Written by: Marie Brown
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