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Northfields, Salem, MA Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northfields, MA

As of August 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Northfields area is the $1.21 price per square foot 1 Dennis St Model at 1 Dennis St, Unit 2 in the in the North Salem neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value Northfields apartment is the Derby Model at Sofi At Salem Station starting at $3,086 with a $2.68 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1 Dennis St, Unit 21 Dennis St2BR,1BA$1.21
Sofi At Salem StationDerby2BR,2BA$2.68
104 Boston St, Unit 2104 Boston St2BR,1BA$1.76
16 Lynde St, Unit 216 Lynde St2BR,1BA$2.44
155 Washington St, Unit 1155 Washington St1BR,1BA$2.70
Gardner Commons2 Bed/1 Bath2BR,1BA$3.01
45 Federal St, Unit 245 Federal St1BR,1BA$3.17
10 Elliott Pl, Unit 210 Elliott Pl2BR,1BA$3.19
217 Essex St, Unit 2217 Essex St1BR,1BA$3.80

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Frequently Asked Questions about Northfields

What type of rentals are currently available in Northfields?

There are currently 121 Apartments for Rent in Northfields, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,600 to $3,900. There are also 14 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Northfields ranging from $1,800 to $3,850.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Northfields?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Northfields ranges from $1,800 to $3,850 with an average monthly rent of $2,918.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Northfields?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Northfields range from $2,600 to $3,900, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,000 to $3,850. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,000.

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