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Oxford Manor Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Oxford Manor Apartments

1245 Oxford Manor CtSouth Lyon, MI 48178
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Relocate to Detroit: Top Neighborhoods and Apartment Options Near Major Area Employers

Explore the best residential neighborhoods and apartment options near major employers like GM, Ford, Stellantis, Rocket Companies, and Corewell Health. Find your perfect Motor City home.

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Northville Crossing
3 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Northville Crossing

9800 Bloomsbury CirNorthville, MI 48167
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Swan Harbour Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Swan Harbour Apartments

42824 Swan Lake DrNorthville, MI 48167
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Harbour Village Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Harbour Village Apartments

19200 W Harbour Village DrNorthville, MI 48167
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The Detroit Insiders Renting Guide: A Local's Look Under the Hood

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Liberty Woods
2 Bedroom Apartments

Liberty Woods

760 York StPlymouth, MI 48170
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Salem, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Salem Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Salem, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Sheldon Park in the Northville Hills Golf Club neighborhood priced from $875. Plymouth Manor Apartments in the Hampton Ridge neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,039. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Salem apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Sheldon ParkOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$875
Plymouth Manor ApartmentsThe Adams1BR,1BA$1,039
Brookdale Apartments1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,066
Waters Edge Apartments1BD 1BATH Upgraded1BR,1BA$1,149
Northridge Meadow ApartmentsOne bedroom1BR,1BA$1,159
Plymouth Hills Apartments1x1 750sf1BR,1BA$1,200
Hines Park Place Apartments1/1 RENOVATED1BR,1BA$1,215
Plymouth Heritage - Plymouth, MIBridgeport1BR,1BA$1,295
Northville Woods - Northville, MIAlpine1BR,1BA$1,300

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Salem, MI and Nearby

As of May 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Salem area is the $1.56 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Brookwood Farms Apartments in the in the Pinehurst neighborhood starting from $1,818. The second greatest value Salem apartment is the Spacious Renovated 3 bed / 1 Bath South Lyon To... Model at Donovan Townhomes starting at $1,700 with a $1.58 price per square foot in the Pinehurst neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Salem apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Brookwood Farms Apartments3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.56
Donovan TownhomesSpacious Renovated 3 bed / 1 Bath South Lyon To...3BR,1BA$1.58
Northville Woods - Northville, MIChateau2BR,2BA$1.56
Waters Edge Apartments2BD 1BATH Upgraded2BR,1BA$1.44
Sheldon ParkTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.08
Novi RidgeOxford Upgrade2BR,1BA$1.58
1257 Oxford Manor Ct, Unit 11257 Oxford Manor Ct1BR,1BA$1.44
Plymouth Hills Apartments1x1 750sf1BR,1BA$1.60
Plymouth Manor ApartmentsThe Adams1BR,1BA$1.42
Brookdale Apartments1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.60

A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

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10 Hidden Costs of Renting You Should Budget for Before Signing a Lease

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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The Best Detroit Area Neighborhoods for Off-Campus Housing Renters

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Salem Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Salem Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Salem Apartment is $875 at Sheldon Park.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Salem Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Salem is starting from $975 at Sheldon Park.

What is the most affordable Salem Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Salem Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Donovan Townhomes and starts from $1,700.

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Detroit is an exciting and vibrant city with many educational and employment opportunities, and many neighborhoods to choose from while attending school.

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The Detroit Insiders Renting Guide: A Locals Look Under the Hood of Motown

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I'm Tim, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Detroit, Michigan. My family and I have lived in metro Detroit since the late 1990s and have witnessed the city and its surrounding metro area undergo a renaissance.

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