
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Central Area Salem, OR (78 Rentals)


Willamette Terrace Apartments

The Court Yard

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The Meridian Apartments

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South Block Apartments

Taybin Terrace Apartments

The Metropolitan Building

Liberty Street Apartments

The Lee Apartments

1481 Tripp / Lee Apartments
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365 14th St SE, Unit 365, Unit 365

912 Fir St S

637 Glen Creek Rd NW

295 22nd St SE

1932 Chemeketa St NE

241 High St NE

771 21st St SE

2185 Trade St SE

295 Church St SE
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Broadway Town Square

1165 Hood St NE

902-920 Fir St S

1582 Court St NE

Westview Manor

Statesman Mill Creek

450 Church St NE

1560-1576 Bellevue St SE
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Marion Apartments

1604 Broadway St Ne

1230 Allen Ct NE

9900 Broadway

1076 Liberty St SE

Casa Seville

1580 Center St NE

1710 Capitol St NE

419 19th St SE
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Silver Maple Apartments

1710 Mill St SE

Maple Leaf Court

650 Marion St NE

1135 13th St NE

564-580 17th St SE

1723-1737 Summer St NE

1183-1185 Church St

1140-1144 13th St SE

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Central Area, Salem, OR Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Area?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Area Studio Apartments | $1,375 | $950 | $1,749 |
Central Area 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,444 | $895 | $2,075 |
| Central Area 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,864 | $1,099 | $3,750 |
| Central Area 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,616 | $1,650 | $4,040 |
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There are currently 78 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Central Area Neighborhood of Salem, OR.
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Largest Available Central Area 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Central Area area of Salem, OR is found at The Metropolitan Building and is listed at 1,205 square feet priced from $1,825. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Metropolitan Building | 1 Bedroom 2 Bath - 47544 | 1,205 Sq Ft | $1,825 |
| 1481 Tripp / Lee Apartments | Two Bed | 1,000 Sq Ft | $995 |
| The Meridian Apartments | 1x1 Den | 818 Sq Ft | $1,710 |
| Cartwright Apartments | Thistle | 800 Sq Ft | $1,850 |
| Liberty Street Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 800 Sq Ft | $999 |
| Taybin Terrace Apartments | Upstairs | 750 Sq Ft | $1,300 |
| South Block Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath-B-1C | 641 Sq Ft | $1,860 |
| Willamette Terrace Apartments | 1x1 | 570 Sq Ft | $995 |
| Rivenwood | The Alder- Furnished | 528 Sq Ft | $1,550 |
Cheapest Available Central Area 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Central Area of Salem, OR is the One Bed Model starting from $895 at 1481 Tripp / Lee Apartments. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Central Area is currently $1,444. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 1481 Tripp / Lee Apartments | One Bed | $895 |
| Willamette Terrace Apartments | 1x1 | $995 |
| Liberty Street Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | $999 |
| Rivenwood | The Alder- Furnished | $1,550 |
| The Meridian Apartments | 1x1 Den | $1,710 |
| The Metropolitan Building | 1 Bedroom 2 Bath - 47544 | $1,825 |
| Cartwright Apartments | Thistle | $1,850 |
| South Block Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath-B-1C | $1,860 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Central Area Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Central Area with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Central Area is at 1481 Tripp / Lee Apartments listed at $895.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Central Area Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Central Area is $1,444.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Central Area Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Central Area is a 1,205 square feet unit starting from $1,825 at The Metropolitan Building.
What is the average size for Central Area 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Central Area is currently 876 sq ft.
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