Apartments for Rent in the South Central Neighborhood of Salem, OR (152 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 - $4,456

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South Block Apartments

315 Commercial St SESalem, OR 97301
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property at 364 Wilson St S
$1,450

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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364 Wilson St S

SalemOR97302
property at 362 Wilson St S
$1,450

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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362 Wilson St S

SalemOR97302
property at 1198 Heather Ln SE
$2,375

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Base Rent$2,375
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3 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Home for Rent
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1198 Heather Ln SE

SalemOR97302
property at 1516 7th St NW
$2,500

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Base Rent$2,500
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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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1516 7th St NW

SalemOR97304
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property at 440 State St
$1,200 - $1,350
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440 State St

SalemOR97301

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

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South Central, Salem, OR Local Guide

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

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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 3.5 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 3.0 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

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

As of today, September 06, 2026, there are currently 152 available South Central apartments priced from $500 to $4,040, with an average monthly rent of $1,806.

How much are Studio apartments in South Central?

There are currently 58 Studio Apartments in South Central with rent ranges from $500 to $1,655 with an average price of $1,374.

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 $999 to $2,206 with an average monthly rent of $1,607.

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 $999 to $3,750. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,917.

How expensive are South Central Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 10 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in South Central on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,100 to $4,040 - averaging $2,958 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

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Exploring Rental Options: Apartments, Townhomes, and Lofts - Oh My!

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Where do you see yourself? When you think of home, sweet home, are you in a 3/2 apartment? Dreaming of a tall townhome? Maybe an industrial loft heavy on cool vibes is on your visioning board.

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

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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

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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.