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Midrise Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Midrise Apartments

180 N Main StMechanicville, NY 12118
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Schermerhorn - Queensbury
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Schermerhorn - Queensbury

44 Willowbrook RdQueensbury, NY 12804
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2 Bedroom Apartments

38 West

38 West StFair Haven, VT 05743
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Salem, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Available Salem Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Salem, NY is a 2 Beds unit found at Schermerhorn - South Glens Falls priced from $1,145. Whispering Pines has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,240. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Salem apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Schermerhorn - South Glens FallsTownhome Two Bedroom One Half Bath2BR,1BA$1,145
Whispering Pines1 Bedroom with Den1BR,1BA$1,240
20 Grove Ave1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,250
district4251 Bedroom - New Construction1BR,1BA$1,295
Williamsburg Court2 BEDROOM2BR,1BA$1,350
Glen Street AssociatesWater Tower Villiage S. Glen Falls2BR,1BA$1,395
The EllsworthStudioStudio,1BA$1,398
Northway Eleven, An Eagle Rock CommunityB22BR,1BA$1,475
Olde Coach Manor2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome 1,250 sq. ft.2BR,1BA$1,750
English Village ApartmentsPhase 22BR,1BA$1,857

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Salem, NY and Nearby

As of June 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Salem area is the $1.77 price per square foot The Preakness Model at The Paddocks of Saratoga in the in the Downtown Saratoga Springs neighborhood starting from $2,305. The second greatest value Salem apartment is the 2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome 1,250 sq. ft. Model at Olde Coach Manor starting at $1,750 with a $1.40 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.
The Paddocks of SaratogaThe Preakness2BR,2BA$1.77
Olde Coach Manor2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome 1,250 sq. ft.2BR,1.5BA$1.40
English Village ApartmentsPhase 22BR,1BA$1.51
Park Place at Wilton, LLC2BD/2BA - (W)2BR,2BA$1.72
Winners CircleColonel John L32BR,1BA$2.08
Glen Street AssociatesSmith Flats2BR,1BA$1.46
Northway Eleven, An Eagle Rock CommunityB22BR,1.5BA$1.44
Williamsburg Court2 BEDROOM/ 1 DEN2BR,1BA$1.53
Schermerhorn - South Glens FallsTownhome Two Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$1.27
Whispering Pines1 Bedroom (Section A)1BR,1BA$1.82

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Getting Around Salem, NY

Walk Score®

18 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

30 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Salem Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Salem Apartment is $1,240 at Whispering Pines.

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 $1,145 at Schermerhorn - South Glens Falls.

What is the most affordable Salem Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Salem Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Schermerhorn - South Glens Falls and starts from $1,575.

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