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512 10th St SW

495 Stallings Rd

1726 Suburban Dr

100 2nd Ave SE

2842 Dale St

427 N Green St
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1815 Conley Rd

132 Gantt Rd

1078 16th Ave NW

2155 White Pine M H P Rd
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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 | $1,267 | $850 | $2,250 |
| Salem 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,525 | $995 | $2,500 |
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Cheapest Available Salem Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Salem, NC is a Studio unit found at Viewmont Pointe in the Oakwood Hillcrest neighborhood priced from $700. Quail Ridge Apartments in the Lakeland neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $750. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Salem apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Viewmont Pointe | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $700 |
| Quail Ridge Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| Meadowood Garden | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| FG Communities Morganton Suburban Valley | 2 Beds, 2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $950 |
| Apartments on 20th | Eastside 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Salem, NC and Nearby
As of August 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Salem area is the $1.25 price per square foot 3 BR Model at 101 Park Place Ave in the starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Salem apartment is the 2 Bedroom - Garden Model at Cedarbrook Apartments starting at $1,325 with a $1.16 price per square foot . 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 101 Park Place Ave | 3 BR | 3BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| Cedarbrook Apartments | 2 Bedroom - Garden | 2BR,2BA | $1.16 |
| Plaza View Luxury Condominiums | 2 Bed, 1.5 Bath Model | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.18 |
| The Condominiums at Cedarwood | 2 Bed, 1.5 Bath Model | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.18 |
| Bost Road Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.24 |
| 28 Park Ave | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.14 |
| Woodbridge Apartments | 2 Bedroom Standard | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Hickory East | 2 bedroom B | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.27 |
| Huntington Park Apartments | TWO BEDROOM GARDEN | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.26 |
| Viewmont Pointe | 2 Beds, 2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.22 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Salem?
There are currently 63 Apartments for Rent in Salem, NC with pricing that ranges from $750 to $3,804. There are also 33 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Salem ranging from $845 to $2,500.
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 $845 to $2,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,358.
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