Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer West Neighborhood of Salem, OR from $800 (19 Rentals)
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Outer West, Salem, OR Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Outer West?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Outer West 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,454 | $899 | $1,661 |
Outer West 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,560 | $1,195 | $1,855 |
Outer West 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,737 | $1,500 | $2,050 |
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There are currently 19 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Outer West Neighborhood of Salem, OR.
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Cheapest Available Outer West Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Outer West area of Salem, OR is a 1 Bed unit found at Crown Ridge Apartments priced from $899. Riverbend Terrace Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $990. Here are the most affordable Outer West apartments for rent in Salem, OR:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Crown Ridge Apartments | 1BR 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
Riverbend Terrace Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $990 |
166-Gerth Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
Parkview Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,450 |
Aspen Grove Apartments | Mt Bachelor | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer West, OR
As of June 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Outer West area is the $1.65 price per square foot Santiam Model at Willamette Park in the in the Northgate neighborhood starting from $1,525. The second greatest value Outer West apartment is the 2x1 Model at Parkview Apartments starting at $1,450 with a $1.66 price per square foot in the West Salem neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Outer West apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Willamette Park | Santiam | 2BR,2BA | $1.65 |
Parkview Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.66 |
Acero West Salem | COBALT | 1BR,1BA | $2.21 |
Aspen Grove Apartments | Mt Bachelor | 1BR,1BA | $2.19 |
Crown Ridge Apartments | 1BR 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
Riverbend Terrace Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.98 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleOuter West, Salem, OR
Ranked #26
Among neighborhoods in Salem, OR for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Outer West, Salem, OR
Brush College Elementary School
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Getting Around the Outer West Neighborhood in Salem, OR
Walk Score®
11 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
26 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Outer West Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Outer West Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Outer West Apartment is $899 at Crown Ridge Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Outer West Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Outer West is starting from $1,400 at Willamette Park.
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