1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Salem, OR (332 Rentals)

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Salem 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: January 02, 2026

There are currently 388 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Salem, OR that range in price from $615 to $2,085. Outer East, North Lancaster and Lansing are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Salem with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Outer East42$1,395$664
North Lancaster40$1,299$975
Lansing39$1,286$664
East Lancaster22$1,395$975
West Salem20$1,550$975
Hayesville19$1,315$664
Outer South17$1,425$995
South Central17$1,300$615
South Central Salem17$1,125$615
Central Area16$1,197$975

Largest Available Salem 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Salem, OR is found at North Park Apartments in the Northgate neighborhood and is 850 square feet priced from $1,195. Harmona Heights Apartments in the Croisan neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 840 square feet and currently listed start at $1,395. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Salem:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
North Park Apartments1 bedroom850 Sq Ft$1,195
Harmona Heights Apartments1 Bedroom Units840 Sq Ft$1,395
Villa Caprice1 bed / 1.5 bath808 Sq Ft$1,350
Willamette EstatesClearwater803 Sq Ft$1,315
Royvonne Hills ApartmentsOne Bedroom800 Sq Ft$1,175
1481 Tripp / Lee ApartmentsOne Bed800 Sq Ft$995
Cartwright ApartmentsThistle800 Sq Ft$2,195
Liberty Street Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath800 Sq Ft$999

Cheapest Available Salem 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of January 02, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Salem, OR is the 1 bed 1 bath Model starting from $587 at Oakhill Apartments in the Sunnyslope neighborhood. The second most affordable Salem 1 Bedroom is the 1x1 Upstairs Model at 192-Western Village Apartments starting at $895 in the Highland neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Salem is currently $1,352. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Salem:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Oakhill Apartments1 bed 1 bath$587
192-Western Village Apartments1x1 Upstairs$895
338-Fir Knoll Court Apartments1x1$925
Somerset Apartments1BR 1 Bath East$950
Brighton Park1BR 1Bath$975
Anita Manor Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath$995
3441 3rd Ave1 Bed 1 Bath$995
1481 Tripp / Lee ApartmentsOne Bed$995
Liberty Street Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath$999
Salem Parkway Apartments1BR 1 Bath$999

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Salem Overview

Salem is the capital of Oregon and is located in Marion County, the 2nd largest city in Oregon behind Portland. The top colleges are Willamette University, Corban University and Chemeketa Community College. Salem is nicknamed the Cherry City because of the different varieties of cherries invented and exhibited.

Why live in Salem, OR?

Salem has a beautiful woodsy landscape with a rich history of invention and filming. “One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest” was filmed at the Oregon State Hospital. There are a plethora of wineries and vineyards from which to choose. The 46 parks are lush and inviting and spread over almost 30 miles across the state. Salem has ongoing community events like the Saturday Market, available from May until October, and exhibits baked goods, crafts, produce and meat. There is also the Wednesday Farmers’ Market that takes place downtown in Courthouse Square during the summer months. The Indoor Saturday Public Market is open all year-around.

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Salem Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Salem with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Salem is at Oakhill Apartments listed at $587.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Salem Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Salem is $1,352.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Salem Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Salem is a 850 square feet unit starting from $1,195 at North Park Apartments.

What is the average size for Salem 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Salem is currently 727 sq ft.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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