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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Salem Common Neighborhood of Salem, MA from $900 (19 Rentals)
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe Residences at St. James
160 Federal StSalem, MA 01970
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilitySalem Heights
12 Pope StSalem, MA 01970
366 Essex St
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowHistoric 1 Harbor St
1 Harbor StSalem, MA 01970
8 Lothrop St
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now260 Washington Apartments – Modern Living in the Heart of Salem
260 Washington StSalem, MA 01970
257 Washington St, Unit 03
257 Washington St
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257 Washington St, Unit 11
257 Washington St
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257 Washington St, Unit 16
257 Washington St
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83 1/2 Summer St, Unit Unit 2, Unit Unit 2
83 1/2 Summer StSalem, MA 01970
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17 Pickman St, Unit 5
17 Pickman StSalem, MA 01970
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Fairweather Apartments (Age 62+ Community)
40 Highland AveSalem, MA 01970
116 Lafayette St
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The Lighthouses
34 Peabody StSalem, MA 01970
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Residences at Lafayette LLC- 176 Lafayette
176 Lafayette StSalem, MA 01970
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Park Towers
100 Washington StSalem, MA 01970
15 Lynde St
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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 | $2,723 | $1,450 | $4,130 |
| Salem Common 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,234 | $1,600 | $5,149 |
| Salem Common 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,156 | $3,200 | $4,900 |
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Cheapest Available Salem Common Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Salem Common area of Boston, MA is a Studio unit found at The Residences at St. James priced from $1,400. 260 Washington Apartments – Modern Living in the Heart of Salem has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,900. Here are the most affordable Salem Common apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| The Residences at St. James | Studio 60% | Studio,1BA | $1,400 |
| 260 Washington Apartments – Modern Living in the Heart of Salem | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| Historic 1 Harbor St | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| Halstead Salem Station | A3 - Affordable | 1BR,1BA | $2,391 |
| Sofi At Salem Station | McIntire | 1BR,1BA | $2,642 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Salem Common, MA
As of April 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Salem Common area is the $1.91 price per square foot 13 Becket St Model at 13 Becket St, Unit 2 in the in the South Salem neighborhood starting from $2,675. The second greatest value Salem Common apartment is the 14 Porter St Model at 14 Porter St starting at $3,200 with a $3.56 price per square foot in the South Salem neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Salem Common apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 13 Becket St, Unit 2 | 13 Becket St | 2BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| 14 Porter St | 14 Porter St | 3BR,1BA | $3.56 |
| 83 1/2 Summer St, Unit 2 | 83 1/2 Summer St | 2BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| Sofi At Salem Station | McIntire | 1BR,1BA | $3.08 |
| 22 Rantoul St, Unit 1 | 22 Rantoul St | 2BR,1BA | $3.33 |
| 83 1/2 Summer St, Unit Unit 2 | 83 1/2 Summer St | 2BR,1BA | $2.75 |
| Halstead Salem Station | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $3.80 |
| Historic 1 Harbor St | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.65 |
| 260 Washington Apartments – Modern Living in the Heart of Salem | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $4.06 |
| The Residences at St. James | Studio 60% | Studio ,1BA | $3.11 |
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 $4,200.
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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