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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Salem Neighborhood of Salem, MA from $996 (39 Rentals)
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Salem Heights
12 Pope StSalem, MA 01970
12 Dow St
SalemMA01970
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$1,700 - $2,500Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
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Salem Highlands
84 Highland AveSalem, MA 01970
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256 Washington
260 Washington StSalem, MA 01970
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260 Washington St, Unit 22
260 Washington StSalem, MA 01970
7 Cedar St
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233 Lafayette St, Unit 25
233 Lafayette StSalem, MA 01970
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Grove Street Landing
64 Grove StSalem, MA 01970
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$2,000
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15 Hancock St, Unit 3
15 Hancock StSalem, MA 01970
19 Leavitt St
SalemMA01970
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$2,150 - $2,6001 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
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Princeton Crossing
12 Heritage DrSalem, MA 01970
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$2,199 - $2,300
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296-300 Washington St
296-300 Washington StSalem, MA 01970
6 Gallows Hill Rd
SalemMA01970
36-38-38 Boston St
SalemMA01970
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$2,278 - $3,475
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Traders Row
45 Traders WaySalem, MA 01970
10 Pratt St
SalemMA01970
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Fairweather Apartments (Age 62+ Community)
40 Highland AveSalem, MA 01970
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116 Lafayette St
SalemMA01970
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments
The Residences at St. James
160 Federal StSalem, MA 01970
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The Lighthouses
34 Peabody StSalem, MA 01970
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1 Bedroom Apartments
327 Jefferson Ave
327 Jefferson AveSalem, MA 01970
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143 Canal St
143 Canal StSalem, MA 01970
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Studio Apartments
10 Summer Street
10 Summer StSalem, MA 01970
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1 Bedroom Apartments
Fairfax
176 Lafayette StSalem, MA 01970
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122 Boston
122 Boston StSalem, MA 01970
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University Square North
136 Canal StSalem, MA 01970
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1 Bedroom Apartments
278 Lafayette St
278 Lafayette StSalem, MA 01970
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Park Towers
100 Washington StSalem, MA 01970
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Historic 1 Harbor St
1 Harbor StSalem, MA 01970
233 Lafayette St
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14 New Derby
18 New Derby StSalem, MA 01970
10 Beaver St
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River Rock Residences
92 Boston StSalem, MA 01970
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Boston/Federal Street
36-38 Boston StSalem, MA 01970
131 Essex St
SalemMA01970
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$2,300
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74 Aborn St, Unit 3
74 Aborn StPeabody, MA 01960
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Floating Bridge Pond
627-631 Eastern AveLynn, MA 01902
8 Walbridge St
BostonMA02135
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South Salem, Salem, MA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Salem?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
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| South Salem Studio Apartments | $2,035 | $1,100 | $2,389 |
| South Salem 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,520 | $1,550 | $2,996 |
| South Salem 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,954 | $1,700 | $4,100 |
| South Salem 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,769 | $2,500 | $3,300 |
| South Salem 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,100 | $2,800 | $3,400 |
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Cheapest Available South Salem Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Salem area of Boston, MA is a Studio unit found at Salem Highlands priced from $1,700. 10 Summer Street has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,800. Here are the most affordable South Salem apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Salem Highlands | Studio, non-renovated | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
| 10 Summer Street | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,800 |
| 256 Washington | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| University Square North | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| 296-300 Washington St | 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $2,199 |
| Boston/Federal Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,250 |
| Lore | ST1 | Studio,1BA | $2,324 |
| Hawthorne Commons | The Chestnut | 1BR,1BA | $2,422 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Salem, MA
As of September 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Salem area is the $2.26 price per square foot B1 Model at Eagle Rock Apartments at Swampscott in the in the South Salem neighborhood starting from $2,934. The second greatest value South Salem apartment is the A1 Model at Vavel Apartments starting at $3,600 with a $2.80 price per square foot in the South Salem neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Salem apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Eagle Rock Apartments at Swampscott | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.26 |
| Vavel Apartments | A1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.80 |
| 39 Salem St, Unit 1 | 39 Salem St | 3BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| 74 Aborn St, Unit 3 | 74 Aborn St | 2BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| River Properties | 2 Bed 1 bath 70 Boston Street | 2BR,1BA | $2.81 |
| 15 Hancock St, Unit 3 | 15 Hancock St | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 98 Leach St, Unit 3 | 98 Leach St | 2BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| 29 Park St, Unit 3 bedroom with 2 off street parking spaces | 29 Park St | 3BR,1BA | $2.65 |
| University Square North | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.43 |
| Boston/Federal Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.95 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Salem Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Salem?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Salem is at Salem Highlands listed at $1,700.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Salem Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Salem Apartment is $1,850 at 256 Washington.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Salem Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Salem is starting from $2,199 at 296-300 Washington St.
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