Apartments for Rent in the Central Area Salem, OR (202 Rentals)

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Rivenwood
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$1,298 - $1,990
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Rivenwood

424 Center St NESalem, OR 97301
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South Block Apartments
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$1,439 - $3,726
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315 Commercial St SESalem, OR 97301
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property at 1110 Cottage St NE

$1,999

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$1,999
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$1,999

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

Available Sep 1

1110 Cottage St NE

SalemOR97301
property at 444 Gaines St NE

$1,990

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$1,990
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2 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

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444 Gaines St NE

SalemOR97301
property at 1035 1/2 16th St NE

$1,325

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$1,325
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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Sep 15

1035 1/2 16th St NE

SalemOR97301

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

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property at 440 State St

$1,200 - $1,350

Studio Rentals

Available Sep 6

440 State St

SalemOR97301

Neighborhood & Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

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Central Area, Salem, OR Local Guide

A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Central Area, Salem, OR

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Central Area

What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Central Area area of Salem, OR?

As of today, August 29, 2026, there are currently 202 available Central Area apartments priced from $500 to $4,040, with an average monthly rent of $1,678.

How much are Studio apartments in Central Area?

There are currently 93 Studio Apartments in Central Area with rent ranges from $500 to $1,659 with an average price of $1,330.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Central Area Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Central Area ranges from $975 to $2,206 with an average monthly rent of $1,427.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Central Area cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Central Area range from $999 to $3,750. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,920.

How expensive are Central Area Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 10 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Central Area on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,800 to $4,040 - averaging $2,968 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

Written by: Robin Stewart

Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

Written by: Robin Stewart

Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.