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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 Plymouth Square in the Antique Forest neighborhood priced from $825. Waters Edge Apartments in the Pinehurst 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
Plymouth Square1 BRM 1 BATH1BR,1BA$825
Waters Edge Apartments1BDRM 1BATH1BR,1BA$1,039
Brookdale Apartments1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,051
Northridge Meadow ApartmentsOne bedroom1BR,1BA$1,159
Plymouth Hills Apartments1x1 750sf1BR,1BA$1,200

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Salem, MI and Nearby

As of June 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Salem area is the $1.64 price per square foot The Plaza Model at Central Park Estates in the in the Island Lake of Novi neighborhood starting from $2,785. The second greatest value Salem apartment is the A1 with 1 car attached garage Model at Ivy Townhomes starting at $2,499 with a $1.59 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.
Central Park EstatesThe Plaza3BR,2.5BA$1.64
Ivy TownhomesA1 with 1 car attached garage3BR,2.5BA$1.59
Swan Harbour Apartments2x22BR,2BA$1.32
Donovan TownhomesRenovated 3 bed / 1 Bath South Lyon Townhome *...3BR,1BA$1.48
Plymouth Manor ApartmentsThe Bradford2BR,1BA$1.30
Waters Edge Apartments2BD 1BATH Upgraded2BR,1BA$1.47
Plymouth Square2 BRM 2 BATH2BR,1BA$1.03
Northridge Meadow ApartmentsUpgraded 2 bedroom2BR,1BA$1.50
Brookdale Apartments2 Bed / 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.55
Plymouth Hills Apartments1x1 750sf1BR,1BA$1.60

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Frequently Asked Questions about Salem

What type of rentals are currently available in Salem?

There are currently 44 Apartments for Rent in Salem, MI with pricing that ranges from $825 to $3,695. There are also 37 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Salem ranging from $1,325 to $5,500.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Salem ranges from $1,325 to $5,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,527.

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