
Apartments for Rent in Salem, OR Under $1,200 (151 Rentals)


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3441 3rd Ave

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The Court at Hawthorne

The Metropolitan Building

4268 Barbara Way NE

1537 Commercial St SE
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421 Senate St NW

1828 Liberty St NE

1864 Liberty St NE

642 Taybin Rd NW

1272 Ruge St NW

1270 Ruge St NW

2035 Hwy Ave NE

259 Senate St NW

2042 Myrtle Ave NE

681 25th St SE
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1351 McCoy Ave NE

1103 2nd St NW

3822-3828 Bayonne Dr SE

2804 Claxter Rd NE

3434 Liberty Rd S

2425 Lansing Ave NE

675 25th St SE

2687 12th Pl SE

2475 Lee St SE

3106 Bluff Ave SE
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 Under $1200 | $1,353 | $500 | $1,659 |
| Salem 1 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $1,360 | $895 | $2,095 |
| Salem 2 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $1,580 | $996 | $3,750 |
| Salem 3 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $2,192 | $1,595 | $4,040 |
| Salem 4 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $2,463 | $1,800 | $2,995 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Salem
How much are Studio apartments in Salem?
There are currently 265 Studio Apartments in Salem with rent ranges from $500 to $1,659 with an average price of $1,353.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Salem Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Salem ranges from $895 to $2,095 with an average monthly rent of $1,360.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Salem cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Salem range from $996 to $3,750. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,580.
How expensive are Salem Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 173 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Salem on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,595 to $4,040 - averaging $2,192 for the location.
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