Cheap Homes for Rent in South Salem Neighborhood of Salem, MA from $1,200 (5 Rentals)

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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 1 Bed unit found at Princeton Crossing priced from $2,049. University Square South has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,100. Here are the most affordable South Salem apartments for rent in Boston, MA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Princeton CrossingDog Friendly One Bedroom Standard1BR,1BA$2,049
University Square South1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2,100
256 Washington2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2,300

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Salem, MA

As of September 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Salem area is the $2.51 price per square foot A4 Model at Vavel Apartments in the in the South Salem neighborhood starting from $3,600. The second greatest value South Salem apartment is the 23 Gardner St Model at 23 Gardner St starting at $2,600 with a $1.86 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.
Vavel ApartmentsA42BR,2BA$2.51
23 Gardner St23 Gardner St2BR,1BA$1.86
Eagle Rock Apartments at SwampscottB12BR,2BA$2.17
327 Lafayette St327 Lafayette St3BR,1BA$2.49
13 Raymond Rd, Unit Unite # 113 Raymond Rd2BR,1.5BA$2.17
37 Endicott St, Unit 337 Endicott St2BR,1BA$2.08
10 Porter Street Ct10 Porter Street Ct3BR,1BA$2.86
231 Washington Residences2 Bedroom 2 Bath - C12BR,2BA$2.83
Bell North ShoreA1A1BR,1BA$3.01
155 Washington St, Unit 1155 Washington St1BR,1BA$2.70

Frequently Asked Questions about South Salem

What type of rentals are currently available in South Salem?

There are currently 247 Apartments for Rent in South Salem, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,350 to $4,875. There are also 25 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Salem ranging from $1,250 to $5,400.

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 $5,400 with an average monthly rent of $3,296.

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 $2,188 to $4,875, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,200 to $5,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,400.

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