Cheap Apartments for Rent in Salem, NE from $400 (46 Rentals)

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Maplewinds I & II
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Maplewinds I & II

403 Iowa StHiawatha, KS 66434
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Southview
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Southview

110 S Pennsylvania AveHolton, KS 66436
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Oak Hill
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Oak Hill

1000 Oak StValley Falls, KS 66088
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Pony Run
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Pony Run

211 S 17th StMarysville, KS 66508
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Maryville Meadows
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Maryville Meadows

324 E Summit DrMaryville, MO 64468
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Summit Place
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Summit Place

516-520 N 10th StSt. Joseph, MO 64501
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303 W Lowell Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

303 W Lowell Ave

303 W Lowell AveShenandoah, IA 51601
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Arbor Village
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Arbor Village

601 4th CorsoNebraska City, NE 68410
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University Point
2 Bedroom Apartments

University Point

1217 W 16th StMaryville, MO 64468
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Arbor View Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Arbor View Apartments

1116 S 2nd StNebraska City, NE 68410
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Salem, NE Local Guide

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 priced from $650. Nottingham Court Apartments in the Papillion La Vista neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $654. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Salem apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Mitchell Park PlazaS1 - Standard StudioStudio,1BA$650
Nottingham Court Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$654
Park Avenue Apartments2 Bed2BR,1BA$695
HL29 Modern FlatsStudioStudio,1BA$725
1010 N 16th St1 bedroom unit1BR,1BA$725
Forest Cove Apartments2x12BR,1BA$725
723 Ella StUnits1BR,1BA$795
Cottonwood CreekOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$797
Kensington ParkStudioStudio,1BA$805
Loess Hills Estates Affordable Senior HousingStudioStudio,1BA$871

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Salem, NE and Nearby

As of August 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Salem area is the $1.40 price per square foot Three Bedroom Model at Summit Falls Apartments & Townhomes in the in the Family Acres neighborhood starting from $1,815. The second greatest value Salem apartment is the The Manhattan Model at Emory Lakes Luxury Apartments starting at $1,696 with a $1.57 price per square foot . 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.
Summit Falls Apartments & TownhomesThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.40
Emory Lakes Luxury ApartmentsThe Manhattan3BR,2BA$1.57
Wilderness Hills South ApartmentsC1 Attached Garage2BR,2BA$1.55
Kensington Park5100 Building Attached garage1BR,1.5BA$1.14
Forest Cove Apartments2x12BR,1BA$0.89
Aventine at Wilderness HillsThe Lancaster1BR,1BA$1.42
Park Avenue Apartments2 Bed2BR,1BA$0.87
Cottonwood CreekOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.14
Nottingham Court Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.10
1010 N 16th St1 bedroom unit1BR,1BA$1.29

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Getting Around Salem, NE

Walk Score®

7 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

13 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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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 listed at $650.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Salem Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Salem Apartment is $654 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 $695 at Park Avenue Apartments.

What is the most affordable Salem Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Salem Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Forest Cove Apartments and starts from $800.

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Throughout the day, think about all the times that you have to pay for something. So many of us reach automatically for a credit card or even our phone for a quick payment.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.