
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Salem, MO (47 Rentals)


1420 Scenic Rivers Blvd

1103-1106 S Wines St

308 Truman

Southwind Apartments

900 S. Dilworth Lane

710, 900 & 1000 S. Dilworth Lane

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Salem II Apartments

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Liberty Pointe

Chapel Ridge of Union

The Legends on the Park

Polo Downs Apartments

217 Twin Ridge Rd

Arbor Ridge Apartments

Pointe at Waynesville

Columbia Park Apartments
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Camden Crest

Stonebridge Meadows

Trails West Apartments

Liberty Landing Apartment Homes

990 S Lay Ave

Village on the Green

The Studios

Pacific Village Apartments

Rolla Senior Apartments
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Osage Estates Apartments

Bridleton Woods Apartments

Summit Valley Apartments

Gravois Point Apartments

959- B W Lakeshore Dr

203 Esther St

6 S Center St

27880 County Rd 362 Rd

405 N Olive St

Osage Commons

Woodridge Manor Apartments

Verda Vista Apartments

Red Rooster Apartments

Timber Ridge Apartments

South Pointe Apartments
Salem, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Salem?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salem Studio Apartments | $675 | $675 | $675 |
| Salem 1 Bedroom Apartments | $885 | $575 | $1,393 |
| Salem 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,280 | $500 | $1,750 |
| Salem 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,418 | $590 | $2,000 |
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Largest Available Salem and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Salem, MO is found at Sugar Creek Apartments in the Murphy neighborhood and is 900 square feet priced from $1,393. Summit Valley Apartments in the Gray Summit neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 815 square feet and currently listed start at $800. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Salem:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sugar Creek Apartments | The Bluff | 900 Sq Ft | $1,393 |
| Summit Valley Apartments | One Bed, One Bath | 815 Sq Ft | $800 |
| Osage Commons | 1 | 800 Sq Ft | $650 |
| Camden Crest | One Bedroom | 760 Sq Ft | $850 |
| Crimson Landing | Cozy One Bedroom Apartment Home | 760 Sq Ft | $825 |
| Polo Downs Apartments | The Abby | 688 Sq Ft | $1,325 |
| Chapel Ridge of Union | 1 Bedrooms | 676 Sq Ft | $925 |
| Arbor Ridge Apartments | Arbor Ridge - 1 Bedroom Apartment Home | 600 Sq Ft | $795 |
| Autumn Creek | 1BR/1.0BA | 595 Sq Ft | $680 |
| Bridleton Woods Apartments | 1 BR/ 1 BA | 450 Sq Ft | $725 |
Cheapest Available Salem and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of January 25, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Salem, MO is the A Layout Model starting from $625 at 217 Twin Ridge Rd . The second most affordable Salem 1 Bedroom is the 1 Model at Osage Commons starting at $650 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Salem is currently $885. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Salem:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 217 Twin Ridge Rd | A Layout | $625 |
| Osage Commons | 1 | $650 |
| Autumn Creek | 1BR/1.0BA | $680 |
| 990 S Lay Ave | 990 South Lay | $680 |
| Bridleton Woods Apartments | 1 BR/ 1 BA | $725 |
| Stonebridge Meadows | Cozy One Bedroom Apartment Home | $780 |
| The Studios | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $780 |
| Columbia Park Apartments | Columbia Park - 1 Bedroom Apartment Home | $785 |
| Arbor Ridge Apartments | Arbor Ridge - 1 Bedroom Apartment Home | $795 |
| Summit Valley Apartments | One Bed, One Bath | $800 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Salem Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Salem Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Salem is $885.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Salem Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Salem is a 900 square feet unit starting from $1,393 at Sugar Creek Apartments.
What is the average size for Salem 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Salem is currently 625 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
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