
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Salem Common Neighborhood of Salem, MA from $1,450 (20 Rentals)


The Residences at St. James

366 Essex St

Historic 1 Harbor St

260 Washington Apartments – Modern Living in the Heart of Salem

17 Pickman St, Unit 5
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231 Washington Residences

55 Buffum St

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Halstead Salem Station

125 Washington St

141 Washington St, Unit Unit 1, Unit Unit 1

Fairweather Apartments (Age 62+ Community)
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The Lighthouses

15 Lynde St

Residences at Lafayette LLC- 176 Lafayette

Park Towers

8 Williams St

20 Central St
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202 North St, Unit 1, Unit 1

18 New Derby St
Salem Common, Salem, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Salem Common?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salem Common Studio Apartments | $1,250 | $1,100 | $1,400 |
Salem Common 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,728 | $1,450 | $3,829 |
| Salem Common 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,218 | $1,600 | $4,915 |
| Salem Common 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,934 | $3,045 | $4,900 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Salem Common Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Salem Common?
The cheapest apartment in Salem Common is The Residences at St. James which is listed at $1,725, while the average apartment in Salem Common costs $3,500.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Salem Common?
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 Salem Common that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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