
Cheap Homes for Rent in Salem, OH from $500 (12 Rentals)
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461 E Broadway St

1131 Woodland Ave

30 E Harrison St

286 E Ohio Ave

1172 S Lincoln Ave
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5030 Winthrop Dr

157 W 7th St

724 Parkview Ave

752 Sherwood Ave
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Salem, OH 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 | $1,432 | $550 | $3,000 |
Salem 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,583 | $1,000 | $3,000 |
Salem 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,412 | $1,200 | $1,650 |
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Cheapest Available Salem Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Salem, OH is a Studio unit found at Ridgewood Apartments in the Wickliff neighborhood priced from $600. Carriage Hill West Apartments in the Mount Union neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $615. 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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Ridgewood Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $600 |
Carriage Hill West Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $615 |
Westchester Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $660 |
Central Park West Apartments & Townhomes | Studio | Studio,1BA | $705 |
Kerrybrook Apartments | Efficiency | 1BR,1BA | $735 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Salem, OH and Nearby
As of May 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Salem area is the $0.73 price per square foot 174 S Lincoln Ave Model at 174 S Lincoln Ave, Unit 174 S Lincoln Ave Apt B in the starting from $850. The second greatest value Salem apartment is the 1 Bedrooms Model at The Wick Tower starting at $1,300 with a $1.44 price per square foot in the Lower Gibson 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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174 S Lincoln Ave, Unit 174 S Lincoln Ave Apt B | 174 S Lincoln Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.73 |
The Wick Tower | 1 Bedrooms | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.44 |
Newport Glen Apartments | 2BD/1BH | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
Carriage Hill West Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.87 |
Deer Creek Apartments | 1 BD Upgraded | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
The Rockdale Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
Fox Run Apartments | 1 BD Style A | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
Central Park West Apartments & Townhomes | Studio with Elec | Studio ,1BA | $1.50 |
Ridgewood Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.33 |
Boulevard Club Apartments | Studio/ Mini Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.48 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Salem
What type of rentals are currently available in Salem?
There are currently 61 Apartments for Rent in Salem, OH with pricing that ranges from $555 to $2,200. There are also 30 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Salem ranging from $550 to $3,000.
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 $550 to $3,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,270.
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