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160 Federal StSalem, MA 01970
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36 Endicott St, Unit 1R
36 Endicott StSalem, MA 01970
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1 Harbor StSalem, MA 01970
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40 Highland AveSalem, MA 01970
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Salem Common, Salem, MA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Salem Common?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salem Common Studio Apartments | $2,097 | $1,610 | $2,500 |
| Salem Common 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,449 | $1,450 | $3,995 |
| Salem Common 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,046 | $1,600 | $4,400 |
| Salem Common 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,014 | $2,650 | $4,000 |
| Salem Common 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,350 | $3,350 | $3,350 |
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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 $1,610. 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 $1,850. Here are the most affordable Salem Common 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 |
| 260 Washington Apartments – Modern Living in the Heart of Salem | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| Residences at Lafayette LLC- 176 Lafayette | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Salem Common, MA
As of January 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Salem Common area is the $1.83 price per square foot 8 Randall St Model at 8 Randall St, Unit 2 in the in the North Salem neighborhood starting from $3,350. The second greatest value Salem Common apartment is the The Pingree Townhome Model at Sofi At Salem Station starting at $3,800 with a $2.54 price per square foot in the North 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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| 8 Randall St, Unit 2 | 8 Randall St | 4BR,1.5BA | $1.83 |
| Sofi At Salem Station | The Pingree Townhome | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.54 |
| 37 Endicott St, Unit 3 | 37 Endicott St | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Olde Salem Jail | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.79 |
| 231 Washington Residences | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath - C4 | 2BR,2BA | $2.96 |
| 69 Endicott St, Unit #3 | 69 Endicott St | 2BR,1BA | $2.84 |
| 83 1/2 Summer St, Unit 2 | 83 1/2 Summer St | 2BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| Park Towers | 1 Bedroom Apt | 1BR,1BA | $2.53 |
| 55 Buffum St, Unit 2 | 55 Buffum St | 1BR,1BA | $3.36 |
| 260 Washington Apartments – Modern Living in the Heart of Salem | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.28 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Salem Common Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Salem Common?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Salem Common is under $2,375.
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 $3,350.
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.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Salem Common?
Cheap apartments in Salem Common have an average cost of $322 which is $3,028 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Salem Common.
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