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3524 Fisher Rd NE
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3524 Fisher Rd NE

3524 Fisher Rd NESalem, OR 97305
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Stoneridge Apartments
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Stoneridge Apartments

3712 Sunnyview Rd NESalem, OR 97305
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Susan Court Apartments
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Susan Court Apartments

1152-1200 Susan Ct NESalem, OR 97303
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14th St. Courtyard
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14th St. Courtyard

830-854 14th St NESalem, OR 97301
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Salem, OR

Pricing Updated: 08/20/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Salem, OR area range in price from $664 to $4,040 with an overall median price of $2,142. The three Salem neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Morningside at $995, South Salem at $900, and Highland at $899. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Salem Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Morningside$1,397$99516
South Salem$1,400$9005
Highland$1,522$8999
Southeast Salem$1,550$99510
Grant$1,600$95010
Faye Wright$1,695$99518
Northgate$1,747$89924
Keizer$1,800$89944
Southeast Mill Creek$1,849$89846
NOLA$1,895$66436

Cheapest Available Salem Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Salem, OR is a 1 Bed unit found at Oakhill Apartments in the Sunnyslope neighborhood priced from $587. Salem Parkway Apartments in the Northgate neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $899. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Salem apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Oakhill Apartments1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$587
Salem Parkway Apartments1BR 1 Bath1BR,1BA$899
Crown Ridge Apartments1BR 1 Bath1BR,1BA$899
Somerset Apartments1BR 1 Bath East1BR,1BA$899
Madison Court ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$950
Brighton Park1BR 1Bath1BR,1BA$975
Riverbend Terrace ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$990
192-Western Village Apartments1x1 Upstairs1BR,1BA$995
1481 Tripp / Lee ApartmentsOne Bed1BR,1BA$995
3441 3rd Ave1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Salem, OR

As of August 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Salem area is the $1.11 price per square foot 4 Bed / 2.5 Bath Townhome Model at INLAND SHORES TOWNHOMES in the in the Outer Keizer neighborhood starting from $2,590. The second greatest value Salem apartment is the 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Model at Orchard Park Apartments starting at $1,358 with a $1.16 price per square foot in the Northgate neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Salem apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
INLAND SHORES TOWNHOMES4 Bed / 2.5 Bath Townhome4BR,2.5BA$1.11
Orchard Park Apartments3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom3BR,2BA$1.16
122-Ring Manor3x13BR,1BA$1.29
Southside ApartmentsWasher/Dryer Hookup2BR,1.5BA$1.36
Z_Campus Court Apartments3 Bedroom 1 Bath3BR,1BA$1.28
Battle Creek Lodge Apartments2 BEDROOM2BR,1BA$1.30
Brooktree Apartments2BR 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.35
Stafford Square Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.32
1481 Tripp / Lee ApartmentsOne Bed1BR,1BA$1.24
Oakhill Apartments1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.02

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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.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Salem, OR

Ranked #9

Among cities in Oregon for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Salem, OR

Walk Score®

60 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

72 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

35 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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 Oakhill Apartments which is listed at $587, while the average apartment in Salem costs $2,142.

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 32 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 $212 which is $1,930 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Salem.

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