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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Salem, OR

Pricing Updated: 10/21/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Salem, OR area range in price from $700 to $5,200 with an overall median price of $2,810. The three Salem neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Northeast Salem at $1,950, Central Area at $875, and Faye Wright at $1,795. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Salem Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Northeast Salem$1,975$1,9503
Central Area$2,047$8758
Faye Wright$2,100$1,7953
Northgate$2,222$7007
Downtown Salem$2,295$8758
Grant$2,295$1,1953
Highland$2,295$1,1952
Northeast Neighbors$2,295$1,0757
Keizer$2,312$70018
North Lancaster$2,325$2,3002

Cheapest Available Salem Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Salem, OR is a 1 Bed unit found at Crown Ridge Apartments in the West Salem neighborhood priced from $899. 192-Western Village Apartments in the Highland neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $925. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Salem apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Crown Ridge Apartments1BR 1 Bath1BR,1BA$899
192-Western Village Apartments1x1 Upstairs1BR,1BA$925
338-Fir Knoll Court Apartments1x11BR,1BA$925
Salem Parkway Apartments1BR 1 Bath1BR,1BA$950
Somerset Apartments1BR 1 Bath East1BR,1BA$950
Madison Court ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$950
1481 Tripp / Lee ApartmentsOne Bed1BR,1BA$995
Liberty Street Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$995
3441 3rd Ave1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$995
046-Lancaster Court1x11BR,1BA$995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Salem, OR

As of October 21, 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 Sequoia Model at JFJ Properties starting at $1,403 with a $1.22 price per square foot in the Lansing 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
JFJ PropertiesSequoia2BR,1.5BA$1.22
Lancaster Townhomes2BR/1.5BA2BR,1.5BA$1.36
Southside ApartmentsWasher/Dryer Hookup2BR,1.5BA$1.33
Z_Campus Court Apartments3 Bedroom 1 Bath3BR,1BA$1.28
Orchard Park Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.20
Brooktree Apartments2BR 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.30
Liberty Street Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.22
Stafford Square Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.32
1481 Tripp / Lee ApartmentsOne Bed1BR,1BA$1.24

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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 the Cheapest Studio apartment in Salem?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Salem is at Madison Court Apartments listed at $950.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Salem Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Salem Apartment is $899 at Crown Ridge Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Salem Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Salem is starting from $999 at Crown Ridge Apartments.

What is the most affordable Salem Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Salem Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Z_Campus Court Apartments and starts from $1,342.

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