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5115 Countryside Dr NESalem, OR 97305
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3240 Harold Dr NESalem, OR 97305
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424 Center St NESalem, OR 97301
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4040 Hayesville Dr NESalem, OR 97305
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River Valley Terrace
644 River Valley Dr NWSalem, OR 97304
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Eastpark Apartment Homes
102 Greencrest St NESalem, OR 97301
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Harmona Heights Apartments
1055 Schurman Dr SSalem, OR 97302
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Crossings @ Center Street
4704 Center St NESalem, OR 97301
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Fruitland Meadow
5164 SE Caplinger RdSalem, OR 97317
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Anthony's Corner Lofts
5775 Commercial StSalem, OR 97306
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White Oak Apartments
1807 Wiltsey Rd SESalem, OR 97306
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The Court Yard
211 Court St NESalem, OR 97301
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Autumn Woods
4624 Lancaster Dr NESalem, OR 97305
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Cherry Glen Apartments
3568 Cherry Glen Pl NESalem, OR 97305
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4 Corners Apartments
178 Lancaster Dr SESalem, OR 97317
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3210 Lansing Ave NESalem, OR 97301
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4712 Silverton Rd NESalem, OR 97305
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The Summit at Red Leaf
5715 Red Leaf Dr SSalem, OR 97306
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Acero West Salem
1948 Linwood Rd NWSalem, OR 97304
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Courtney Place
220 Cottage St NESalem, OR 97301
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Cornerstone
2540 Rose Garden St NESalem, OR 97301
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Claxter Crossing Apartments
4253 Claxter CtSalem, OR 97301
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Koz on State
260 State StSalem, OR 97301
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Cartwright Apartments
120 Bush St SSalem, OR 97302
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Shepherds Crossing Apartments
4433-4437 Mahrt Ave SESalem, OR 97317
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Fisher Park Apartments
4370-4374 Fisher Rd NESalem, OR 97305
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Hawthorne Place
4225-4265 Hawthorne Ave NESalem, OR 97301
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The Grove Apartments
3955 Outward RdSalem, OR 97302
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The Fairway Apartments
1691 Waln Dr SESalem, OR 97306
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Verda Crossing
4853 Verda Ln NEKeizer, OR 97303
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Pleasant View Apartments
3655 Pleasant View Dr NEKeizer, OR 97303
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Keizer Station Apartments
5500 McLeod Ln NEKeizer, OR 97303
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Cherry City Crossing
3930-3960 Cherry Ave NEKeizer, OR 97303
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Creeks Edge
5724 River Rd NKeizer, OR 97303
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Plymouth Duster
621-647 Plymouth Dr NEKeizer, OR 97303
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Clearview
1075 Clearview Ave NEKeizer, OR 97303
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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 | $1,345 | $900 | $1,749 |
| Salem 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,352 | $895 | $2,075 |
| Salem 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,568 | $995 | $3,750 |
| Salem 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,123 | $1,450 | $4,040 |
| Salem 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,375 | $1,800 | $2,650 |
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Salem, ORPopulation: 173,442
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Salem Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Salem?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Salem is under $995.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Salem?
The cheapest apartment in Salem is Western Village Apartments which is listed at $845, while the average apartment in Salem costs $2,168.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Salem?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 20 regular apartments in Salem that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Salem?
Cheap apartments in Salem have an average cost of $412 which is $1,756 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Salem.
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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
Written by: Robin Stewart
Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.
Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.
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Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.
Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent
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Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.