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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 | $1,513 | $1,350 | $1,900 |
| Salem 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,320 | $1,600 | $3,099 |
| Salem 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,933 | $2,700 | $3,100 |
| Salem 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,950 | $4,950 | $4,950 |
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Cheapest Available Salem Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Salem, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Georgetown Manor Apartments in the Traditions at Christiana neighborhood priced from $1,200. New Castle Crossing in the New Castle Historic District neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,204. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Salem apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Georgetown Manor Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| New Castle Crossing | Amstel | 1BR,1BA | $1,204 |
| Castlebrook Apartments | Studio | 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,242 |
| William Penn Village Apartment Homes | Studio - 280 sqft | Studio,1BA | $1,275 |
| Village of Canterbury Apartment Homes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,278 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Salem, NJ
As of June 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Salem area is the $1.48 price per square foot 2BR/2BA Model at The Helm and Deemers Landing in the in the Penns Beach neighborhood starting from $1,914. The second greatest value Salem apartment is the Townhome Model at Salem Manor Apartments starting at $1,350 with a $1.11 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Helm and Deemers Landing | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.48 |
| Salem Manor Apartments | Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Windsor Forest Townhomes | 2a. Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Orchard Court Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Sophias Place East | 2 Bed | 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.66 |
| Cavalier Country Club Apartments | 2BD | 2BR,2BA | $1.45 |
| The Willows at Bailey Corner | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Christiana Reserve | Hartley | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Georgetown Manor Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Village of Canterbury Apartment Homes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
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Mannington Elementary School
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What type of rentals are currently available in Salem?
There are currently 51 Apartments for Rent in Salem, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,130 to $3,520. There are also 37 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Salem ranging from $950 to $4,950.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Salem ranges from $950 to $4,950 with an average monthly rent of $2,348.
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