Cheap Homes for Rent in the South Salem Neighborhood of Salem, MA from $1,400 (11 Rentals)

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property at 15 Lynde St

$2,000

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$2,000

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$2,000

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Now

15 Lynde St

SalemMA01970
property at 8 Walbridge St

$2,015

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Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Sep 1

8 Walbridge St

BostonMA02135

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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. 278 Lafayette St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,900. 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
278 Lafayette St1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1,900
14 New Derby1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,975
University Square North1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2,100
296-300 Washington St2 Bed2BR,1BA$2,250

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Salem, MA

As of July 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Salem 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 South Salem apartment is the 13 Becket St Model at 13 Becket St, Unit 2 starting at $2,675 with a $1.91 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.
13 Becket St, Unit 213 Becket St2BR,1BA$1.91
13 Becket St, Unit 213 Becket St2BR,1BA$1.91
Eagle Rock Apartments at SwampscottB12BR,2BA$2.39
36 Beaver St, Unit Beaver St36 Beaver St2BR,1BA$2.38
98 Leach St, Unit 398 Leach St2BR,1BA$2.40
University Square South2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$2.56
Bell North ShoreA1B1BR,1BA$2.71
13 Lowe St, Unit 213 Lowe St2BR,1BA$2.59
University Square North1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.69
14 New Derby1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.74

Frequently Asked Questions about South Salem

What type of rentals are currently available in South Salem?

There are currently 244 Apartments for Rent in South Salem, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,100 to $4,100. There are also 30 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Salem ranging from $1,499 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 $1,499 to $6,290 with an average monthly rent of $2,959.

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 $2,350 to $4,400. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,800.

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