
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Salem, OR Under $1,200 (62 Rentals)


Greenwood Park Apartments

Columbia Village Apartments

Woodland Park Apartments

The Court at Hawthorne

12th Street Lofts

Liberty Street Apartments

Cascade View Apartments

Mallard Landing

319 Senate St NW
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317 Senate St NW

681 25th St SE

3284 Colson Ct SE

2042 Myrtle Ave NE

1537 Commercial St SE

1607 Savage Rd NE

1250-1256-1256 Marilyn St SE

1272 Ruge St NW

1270 Ruge St NW

1204 Commercial St NE
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Stoneridge Apartments

Salem 12-Plex

3689-3719 Hawthorne Ave NE

1355-1367 Liberty St NE

Oakhill Apartments

Oak Village West Apartments

Villa Rose Apartments

Hidden Hills Apartments

Teresa's Apartments

Liberty Towers
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Susan Court Apartments

Evergreen Park Apartments

Tiffany Place Apartments

Sunnyslope Manor

Ridgeland

2431-2439 Trade St SE

027-Candalaria Plaza

Courtney Place

Summerwood Apartments

Logan Place Townhomes
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Carriage Apartments

Park Place Apartments

Silverpark Apartments

Chancellor Apartments

Cornerstone

Village East Apartments

Deer Creek Crossing

Lancaster Terrace Apartments

Cedar Court

Orchard Park Apartments
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Salem, OR Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Salem?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salem Studio Apartments | $1,355 | $500 | $1,729 |
| Salem 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,371 | $950 | $2,095 |
| Salem 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,586 | $995 | $3,750 |
| Salem 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,155 | $1,495 | $4,040 |
| Salem 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,495 | $1,995 | $2,995 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom Salem Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Salem with 2 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in Salem is at Oakhill Apartments listed at $786.
How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Salem Apartment?
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Salem is $1,586.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Salem Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Salem is a 1,235 square feet unit starting from $1,799 at Willamette Estates.
What is the average size for Salem 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Salem is currently 945 sq ft.
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