
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Salem, OR Under $1,500 (139 Rentals)


Encore

Willamette Estates

Reserve at Hawk's Ridge

Vista Pointe

Eola Heights Apartments

The Summit at Red Leaf

Aspen Grove Apartments

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Peace Street

Nola Place
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Lancaster Commons

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Spring Woods

Royal Oaks Apartments

Hawks Point Apartments

Beverly Towhomes

Robins Lane

Saddle Club Apartments

Copperfield Apartments

The Court at Hawthorne

Taybin Terrace Apartments
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Springwood Terrace Apartments

Liberty Street Apartments

3441 3rd Ave

Mallard Landing

Baxter Ridge Apartments

BROOK HOLLOW APARTMENTS

Sunnyside Village Apartments

Twin Oaks Apartments

Oak Manor Apartments

1481 Tripp / Lee Apartments
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Royvonne Hills Apartments

1035 1/2 16th St NE

1434 Ferry St SE, Unit 7

390 22nd St SE

1769 Davidson St SE

2425 Lansing Ave NE

1864 Liberty St NE

1828 Liberty St NE

3342 Pringle Rd SE

1548-1548 3rd St NW
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160-190-190 King St S

572 Ford St SE

3106 Bluff Ave SE

621 Glen Creek Rd NW

2475 Lee St SE

1351 McCoy Ave NE

595-595 Highland Ave NE

644 Taybin Rd NW

233 Kearney St S

675 25th St SE
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Salem?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salem Studio Apartments | $1,361 | $500 | $1,659 |
| Salem 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,369 | $895 | $2,095 |
| Salem 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,581 | $996 | $3,750 |
| Salem 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,195 | $1,595 | $4,040 |
| Salem 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,463 | $1,800 | $2,995 |
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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 $1,369.
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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