
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northfields Neighborhood of Salem, MA from $1,000 (4 Rentals)
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Northfields, Salem, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Northfields?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Northfields Studio Apartments | $1,720 | $1,610 | $1,850 |
Northfields 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,926 | $1,350 | $5,750 |
Northfields 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,078 | $1,500 | $6,910 |
Northfields 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,948 | $2,650 | $3,195 |
Northfields 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,800 | $2,800 | $2,800 |
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northfields, MA
As of May 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Northfields area is the $2.39 price per square foot 48 Balcomb St Model at 48 Balcomb St, Unit 2 in the in the North Salem neighborhood starting from $3,195. The second greatest value Northfields apartment is the Derby Model at Sofi At Salem Station starting at $3,217 with a $2.79 price per square foot in the North 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. |
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48 Balcomb St, Unit 2 | 48 Balcomb St | 3BR,1BA | $2.39 |
Sofi At Salem Station | Derby | 2BR,2BA | $2.79 |
21 Symonds St, Unit 21-2 Symonds St #2, Salem | 21 Symonds St | 3BR,1BA | $2.41 |
River Properties | 215 River Rock Residences | 2BR,2BA | $2.88 |
17 Bryant St, Unit 3 | 17 Bryant St | 2BR,1BA | $3.00 |
10 Barry St, Unit 3 | 10 Barry St | 2BR,1BA | $2.50 |
26 Northend St, Unit #2 | 26 Northend St | 2BR,1BA | $2.40 |
36 Upham St, Unit #1 | 36 Upham St | 1BR,1BA | $2.30 |
155 Washington St, Unit 105 | 155 Washington St | 1BR,1BA | $3.06 |
131 Essex St, Unit #31 | 131 Essex St | 1BR,1BA | $3.21 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northfields Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Northfields Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Northfields Apartment is $2,275 at Burnham Apartment Homes.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Northfields Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Northfields is starting from $2,716 at The Beverly Collection: Link 480.
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