
Apartments for Rent in the South Central Neighborhood of Salem, OR (129 Rentals)


Rivenwood

The Court Yard

The Meridian Apartments

South Block Apartments

Harmona Heights Apartments

Forest Ridge Apartments

Cannon Court Apartments

Willamette View Apartments

Liberty Street Apartments
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Vista Terrace Apartments

Summit View

The Lee Apartments

Towne South Apartments

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2683 12th Pl SE, Unit 2683 12th Pl., Unit 2683 12th Pl.

2150-2160 Raynor St SE, Unit 2160 Raynor, Unit 2160 Raynor

1118 Waller St SE

3221-3223 Pheasant Ave SE

2683 12th Pl SE

1559 Commercial St SE
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3104 Bluff Ave SE

1725-1735 Commercial St SE

521-531 Gerth Ave NW

241 High St NE

455 Court St NE

1353 Commercial St SE

1995 Fairmount Ave S

1945 High St SE

365 King St S

160 Liberty St NE
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1080 Vista Ave SE

1535-1575 Commercial St SE

Calvary Court Apartments

1339-1345 Fir St S

Saginaw Street Apartments

The Arrowhead Apartments

Salvador Apartments

1147-1189 Saginaw St S

1127-1145 Saginaw St S

1111-1121 Fir St S

260-278 Owens St S

Westview Manor

1057-1077 Saginaw St S

365 Owens St SE

1076 Liberty St SE

315 Bush St S

902-920 Fir St S

sweetbrier apartments

231-295 Kearney St S

Winter Street Apartments
South Central, Salem, OR Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Central?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Central Studio Apartments | $1,381 | $1,050 | $1,749 |
| South Central 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,416 | $995 | $2,095 |
| South Central 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,852 | $1,175 | $3,750 |
| South Central 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,737 | $1,650 | $4,040 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving.com is proud to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across Oregon, including Salem. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and outdoor amenities like tennis courts, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Family-Friendly Rating
Do you have a family with children? Amongst all of the submarkets in Salem, this submarket is now ranked as amongst the finest submarkets for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly neighborhoods have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. This includes features like parks, pet amenities, playgrounds, and having the finest education resources for the kids to attend available.
Outdoors Rating
We think living with the outdoors is a must-have. South Central is providing good access to parks and green spaces, with a score of 3.5 out of 4.
Pet Friendly Rating
Pet owners, listen up! this area has now become known as one of the A-list communities for renters with pets, with a score of 3.5 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about South Central
How much are Studio apartments in South Central?
There are currently 82 Studio Apartments in South Central with rent ranges from $1,050 to $1,749 with an average price of $1,381.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom South Central Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in South Central ranges from $995 to $2,095 with an average monthly rent of $1,416.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in South Central cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in South Central range from $1,175 to $3,750. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,852.
How expensive are South Central Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 13 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in South Central on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,650 to $4,040 - averaging $2,737 for the location.
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