
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Salem, NE from $515 (66 Rentals)
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Tarkio Village Apartments

Mitchell Park Plaza Apartment

Forest Cove

Coventry Apartments

Nottingham Court Apartments

Corby Grove Apartments

Timber Creek Apartments

HL29 Modern Flats

723 Ella St
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Cottonwood Creek

University Point

Lodge at Heritage Lakes

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American Electric Lofts

Brittany Village

Hickman Hills Apartments

East Lake Flats

The Ridge of St. Joseph

Kensington Park
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Heartland Flats

507 Fir St

The Brink at Ridgeview

Broadmoor27

Ashbrook by Broadmoor

Wilderness Brook Apartments

Aristos

Summit Falls Apartments & Townhomes

Wilderness Creek Residences

702 W Nelson St
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1423 Harlan St

Maplewinds I & II

Oregon Trail Apartments

Oak Hill

Southview

Parkway Village Apartments

Maryville Meadows

Pony Run

303 W Lowell Ave

2411 Harlan St
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141 N 4th St

Arbor Village

455 Lincoln St

1010 N 16th St

1922 N 3rd St

515 E 7th St

CityView Lofts

407 H St

Summit Place

Arbor View Apartments
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Salem, NE Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Salem?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salem Studio Apartments | $930 | $606 | $1,225 |
| Salem 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,219 | $515 | $2,073 |
| Salem 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,509 | $625 | $2,827 |
| Salem 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,525 | $875 | $3,180 |
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Cheapest Available Salem Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Salem, NE is a Studio unit found at Mitchell Park Plaza Apartment in the Buchanan County neighborhood priced from $628. Nottingham Court Apartments in the Cass County neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $675. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Salem apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mitchell Park Plaza Apartment | S1 - Standard Studio (Pet Friendly) | Studio,1BA | $628 |
| Nottingham Court Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
| Timber Creek Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| HL29 Modern Flats | Studio | Studio,1BA | $725 |
| Cottonwood Creek | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $770 |
| Clarinda West Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $795 |
| Lodge at Heritage Lakes | Conestoga | Studio,1BA | $870 |
| Loess Hills Estates Affordable Senior Housing | Studio | Studio,1BA | $871 |
| American Electric Lofts | Studio | Studio,1BA | $885 |
| Brittany Village | 2 Bd | 2BR,1BA | $890 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Salem, NE and Nearby
As of August 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Salem area is the $1.40 price per square foot D1 +Den Model at Wilderness Hills South Apartments in the in the Porter Ridge neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Salem apartment is the 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom - 1118 SF Model at The Brink at Ridgeview starting at $1,477 with a $1.32 price per square foot in the Cass County 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wilderness Hills South Apartments | D1 +Den | 2BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| The Brink at Ridgeview | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom - 1118 SF | 2BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| Kensington Park | 5100 Attached Garage | 2BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| Summit Falls Apartments & Townhomes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Brittany Village | 2 Bd | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Cottonwood Creek | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Wilderness Brook Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Clarinda West Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Nottingham Court Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Timber Creek Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Salem Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Salem?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Salem is at Mitchell Park Plaza Apartment listed at $628.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Salem Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Salem Apartment is $675 at Nottingham Court Apartments.
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 $795 at Timber Creek Apartments.
What is the most affordable Salem Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Salem Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Mitchell Park Plaza Apartment and starts from $1,010.
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