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1135 N College Dr

1602 Brookside Dr

218 Park Ave

2221 S 9th St

801 S 5th St
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105 S 12th St

2502 Lakeview Ave

217-217.5-2175 W Linn St

2210 Edmond St

940 27th St

2419 Angelique St
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Salem, NE Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Salem?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Salem 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,289 | $650 | $2,395 |
Salem 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,255 | $750 | $1,750 |
Salem 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,071 | $1,500 | $2,500 |
Salem 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,025 | $1,550 | $2,500 |
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Cheapest Available Salem Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Salem, NE is a 1 Bed unit found at Forest Cove Apartments priced from $625. Parkway Village Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $640. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Salem apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Forest Cove Apartments | 1x1 Small | 1BR,1BA | $625 |
Parkway Village Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $640 |
Mitchell Park Plaza | S1 - Standard Studio | Studio,1BA | $650 |
Nottingham Court Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
Park Avenue Apartments | 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $695 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Salem, NE and Nearby
As of September 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Salem area is the $1.30 price per square foot 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom - 1118 SF Model at The Brink at Ridgeview in the in the Papillion La Vista neighborhood starting from $1,455. The second greatest value Salem apartment is the Canal Model at Water's Edge at the Woodlands starting at $1,525 with a $1.42 price per square foot in the Amber Hills 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. |
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The Brink at Ridgeview | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom - 1118 SF | 2BR,2BA | $1.30 |
Water's Edge at the Woodlands | Canal | 2BR,2BA | $1.42 |
Ashbrook by Broadmoor | The Rimington | 2BR,2BA | $1.40 |
Kensington Park | 5100 Building Attached garage | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.14 |
Heartland Flats | Ironwood | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
Park Avenue Apartments | 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $0.87 |
Parkway Village Apartments | 2 Bedroom Remodeled | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
Forest Cove Apartments | 1x1 Small | 1BR,1BA | $0.96 |
Nottingham Court Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
1010 N 16th St | 1 bedroom unit | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Salem
What type of rentals are currently available in Salem?
There are currently 51 Apartments for Rent in Salem, NE with pricing that ranges from $625 to $10,096. There are also 40 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Salem ranging from $560 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 $560 to $2,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,470.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Salem?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Salem range from $825 to $3,180, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $750 to $1,750. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $925.
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