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Salem, MI Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Salem?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salem 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,857 | $1,200 | $2,400 |
| Salem 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,255 | $2,200 | $4,000 |
| Salem 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,143 | $2,850 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Salem Apartments for Rent and Nearby
The cheapest available apartment rental in Salem, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Brookdale Apartments in the Pinehurst neighborhood priced from $985. 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brookdale Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $985 |
| Plymouth Manor Apartments | The Adams | 1BR,1BA | $1,039 |
| Waters Edge Apartments | 1BD 1BATH Upgraded | 1BR,1BA | $1,149 |
| Northridge Meadow Apartments | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,159 |
| Plymouth Hills Apartments | 1x1 750sf | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Salem, MI and Nearby
As of April 29, 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 Cambridge Premium Model at Meadowood Park of Wixom starting at $1,799 with a $1.56 price per square foot in the Island Lake of Novi neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Salem apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brookwood Farms Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.56 |
| Meadowood Park of Wixom | Cambridge Premium | 3BR,2BA | $1.56 |
| Glens of Northville Apartments | The Mulberry | 2BR,2BA | $1.59 |
| Donovan Townhomes | Renovated 2 Bed townhome with Laundry in South ... | 2BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Waters Edge Apartments | 2BD 1BATH Upgraded | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Novi Ridge | Oxford Upgrade | 2BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| Northville Woods - Northville, MI | Alpine | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| 1257 Oxford Manor Ct, Unit 1 | 1257 Oxford Manor Ct | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Plymouth Manor Apartments | The Adams | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Brookdale Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
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There are currently 49 Apartments for Rent in Salem, MI with pricing that ranges from $875 to $3,845. There are also 37 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Salem ranging from $1,200 to $13,300.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Salem ranges from $1,200 to $13,300 with an average monthly rent of $3,418.
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