
Apartments for Rent in the Central Area Salem, OR Under $1,200 (29 Rentals)


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Rivenwood

Taybin Terrace Apartments

12th Street Lofts

Liberty Street Apartments

Madison Court Apartments

The Lee Apartments
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1481 Tripp / Lee Apartments

1434 Ferry St SE, Unit 7

648 Taybin Rd NW

1137 Saginaw St S

295 22nd St SE

1932 Chemeketa St NE

1365-1367-1367 Chemeketa St NE
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2217-2221 Lee St SE

1359 Liberty St NE

1466 4th St NE

745 E St NE

1204 Commercial St NE

2185 Trade St SE

Winter St Cottages
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Fountain Court

Frances Apartments

Koz on State

Chancellor Apartments

804 14th St NE

Courtney Place

Brookwood Terrace Apartments
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14th St. Courtyard
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 | $1,335 | $950 | $1,660 |
| Central Area 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,462 | $975 | $2,206 |
| Central Area 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,850 | $999 | $3,750 |
| Central Area 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,985 | $1,800 | $4,040 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCentral Area, Salem, OR
Ranked #20
Among cities in Oregon for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Central Area
How much are Studio apartments in Central Area?
There are currently 93 Studio Apartments in Central Area with rent ranges from $950 to $1,660 with an average price of $1,335.
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 $1,462.
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 $1,850.
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 $2,985 for the location.
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