Cheap Homes for Rent in the South Salem Neighborhood of Salem, MA from $1,250 (8 Rentals)

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Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the South Salem area of Salem.

property at 116 Lafayette St
$1,250

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Base Rent$1,250

Total Monthly Price$1,250
1 Bedroom, 5 Bath Home for Rent
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116 Lafayette St

SalemMA01970
property at 233 Lafayette St
$1,900 - $2,595

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Base Rent$1,900

Total Monthly Price$1,900
1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals
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233 Lafayette St

SalemMA01970

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property at 8 Walbridge St
$2,015

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Base Rent$2,015

Total Monthly Price$2,015
Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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8 Walbridge St

BostonMA02135
property at 10 Beaver St
$2,100

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Base Rent$2,100

Total Monthly Price$2,100
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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10 Beaver St

SalemMA01970
property at 131 Essex St
$2,300

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Base Rent$2,300

Total Monthly Price$2,300
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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131 Essex St

SalemMA01970

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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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Salem HighlandsStudio, non-renovatedStudio,1BA$1,700
10 Summer Street0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,800
256 Washington1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,850

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 $2.25 price per square foot B1 Model at Eagle Rock Apartments at Swampscott in the in the South Salem neighborhood starting from $2,924. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Eagle Rock Apartments at SwampscottB12BR,2BA$2.25
Vavel ApartmentsA12BR,2BA$2.80
39 Salem St, Unit 139 Salem St3BR,1BA$2.20
74 Aborn St, Unit Unit 374 Aborn St2BR,1BA$1.92
River Properties2 Bed 1 bath 70 Boston Street2BR,1BA$2.81
15 Hancock St, Unit 315 Hancock St1BR,1BA$2.00
Bell North ShoreA1C1BR,1BA$3.07
University Square North1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.43
Boston/Federal Street1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.95
296-300 Washington St2 Bed2BR,1BA$3.14

Frequently Asked Questions about South Salem

What type of rentals are currently available in South Salem?

There are currently 235 Apartments for Rent in South Salem, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,100 to $4,100. There are also 28 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Salem ranging from $1,250 to $6,290.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South Salem?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Salem ranges from $1,250 to $6,290 with an average monthly rent of $3,008.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in South Salem?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in South Salem range from $2,500 to $3,300, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,500 to $4,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,950 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,800.

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