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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northfields Neighborhood of Salem, MA from $600 (12 Rentals)
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe Residences at St. James
160 Federal StSalem, MA 01970
160 Federal St
SalemMA01970
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$1,800
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2 Devereaux St, Unit 1
2 Devereaux StSalem, MA 01970
366 Essex St
SalemMA01970
122 Boston St
SalemMA01970
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowPark Towers
100 Washington StSalem, MA 01970
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122 Boston
122 Boston StSalem, MA 01970
49 Fulton St
PeabodyMA01960
60 Margin St
PeabodyMA01960
17-19 Bowditch St
PeabodyMA01960
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2 Main Street
2 Main StPeabody, MA 01960
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Northfields, Salem, MA Local Guide
Salem Common by Diego Brito is licensed under CC BY 2.0
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Northfields?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northfields Studio Apartments | $1,765 | $1,450 | $2,000 |
| Northfields 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,101 | $1,600 | $2,580 |
| Northfields 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,935 | $2,070 | $3,835 |
| Northfields 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,012 | $2,600 | $4,000 |
| Northfields 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,346 | $3,750 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Northfields Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Northfields area of Boston, MA is a Studio unit found at The Residences at St. James priced from $1,610. 122 Boston has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,850. Here are the most affordable Northfields apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Residences at St. James | Studio 60% | Studio,1BA | $1,610 |
| 122 Boston | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| Park Towers | 1 Bedroom Apt | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| Halstead Salem Station | A3 - Affordable | 1BR,1BA | $2,241 |
| Grove Street Landing | 1E | 1BR,1BA | $2,450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northfields, MA
As of February 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northfields area is the $2.47 price per square foot 2BR/2.0BA Model at Olde Salem Jail in the in the North Salem neighborhood starting from $2,895. The second greatest value Northfields apartment is the 2 Bed 1 bath Model at River Properties starting at $2,800 with a $2.69 price per square foot in the South Salem neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northfields apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Olde Salem Jail | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.47 |
| River Properties | 2 Bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.69 |
| 4 Northend St, Unit 1 | 4 Northend St | 2BR,1BA | $2.40 |
| Sofi At Salem Station | Cox | 1BR,1BA | $2.91 |
| 2 Devereaux St, Unit 1 | 2 Devereaux St | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Park Towers | 1 Bedroom Apt | 1BR,1BA | $2.53 |
| Grove Street Landing | 1E | 1BR,1BA | $3.59 |
| Halstead Salem Station | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $3.83 |
| The Residences at St. James | Studio 60% | Studio ,1BA | $3.58 |
| 122 Boston | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $4.67 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northfields Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Northfields?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Northfields is under $2,895.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Northfields?
The cheapest apartment in Northfields is The Residences at St. James which is listed at $1,725, while the average apartment in Northfields costs $3,900.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Northfields?
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 Northfields that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Northfields?
Cheap apartments in Northfields have an average cost of $402 which is $3,498 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Northfields.
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