1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Salem, OR (357 Rentals)

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Rivenwood
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$1,595 - $1,899
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$1,298 - $1,990
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Rivenwood

424 Center St NESalem, OR 97301
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Peace Street
$1,100 - $1,150
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Peace Street

1291-1381 Peace StSalem, OR 97302
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The Meridian Apartments
$1,710 - $2,206
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$1,710 - $4,040
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The Meridian Apartments

777 Commercial St SESalem, OR 97301
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Fruitland Meadow
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$1,330
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$1,330 - $1,880
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Fruitland Meadow

5164 SE Caplinger RdSalem, OR 97317
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Available Oct 3

4845 Skylab Ave NE

SalemOR97305

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Salem 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: August 26, 2026

There are currently 299 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Salem, OR that range in price from $895 to $2,206. Lansing, Outer East and North Lancaster 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
Lansing26$1,225$895
Outer East25$1,440$895
North Lancaster24$1,435$895
Central Area20$1,295$975
West Salem19$1,650$995
Downtown Salem17$1,300$975
East Lancaster17$1,440$895
South Central Salem16$1,100$975
Four Corners13$1,475$895
Southeast Salem12$1,100$995

Largest Available Salem 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Salem, OR is found at 1481 Tripp / Lee Apartments in the Central Area neighborhood and is 1,000 square feet priced from $1,095. Royvonne Hills Apartments in the Sunnyslope neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 850 square feet and currently listed start at $1,175. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Salem:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
1481 Tripp / Lee ApartmentsTwo Bed1,000 Sq Ft$1,095
Royvonne Hills ApartmentsTwo Bedroom850 Sq Ft$1,175
Willamette EstatesClearwater803 Sq Ft$1,249
Liberty Street Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath800 Sq Ft$999
Rockwood Park Apartments1 Bedroom 1 bath785 Sq Ft$1,195
Laurel Park Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath750 Sq Ft$1,299
Taybin Terrace ApartmentsUpstairs750 Sq Ft$1,300
Meadowlawn ApartmentsOne Bedroom, One Bath750 Sq Ft$1,281
Whitman Park ApartmentsWhitman Remodeled 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath w/ Den750 Sq Ft$1,100
The Apartments at Cinnamon Lakes1x1745 Sq Ft$1,295

Cheapest Available Salem 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of August 26, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Salem, OR is the 1x1 Upstairs Model starting from $845 at 192-Western Village Apartments in the Highland neighborhood. The second most affordable Salem 1 Bedroom is the 1x1 Model at 338-Fir Knoll Court Apartments starting at $925 in the Lansing neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Salem is currently $1,361. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Salem:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
192-Western Village Apartments1x1 Upstairs$845
338-Fir Knoll Court Apartments1x1$925
North Park Apartments1 bedroom$950
Orchard Park Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom$991
Waldo Terrace1BR/1.0BA$995
166-Gerth Apartments1x1$995
1481 Tripp / Lee ApartmentsOne Bed$995
Mallard Landing1BED1BATH$995
Willamette Terrace Apartments1BR/1.0BA$995
Liberty Street Apartments1 Bed, 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.

Salem, OR
Population: 173,442

Ranked #149

in US Census Population by City

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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 192-Western Village Apartments listed at $845.

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

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Salem is $1,361.

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

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Salem is a 1,000 square feet unit starting from $1,095 at 1481 Tripp / Lee 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 798 sq ft.

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