
Apartments for Rent in the South Central Neighborhood of Salem, OR (118 Rentals)


The Meridian Apartments

South Block Apartments

Harmona Heights Apartments

Willamette View Apartments

225 Myers St S

935 Howard St SE
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1109 Waller St SE

630-636 Ratcliff Dr SE

241 Myers St S

455 Court St NE

2083-2085 University St SE

440 State St

1031-1033 Saginaw St S

241 High St NE
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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 |
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South Central Studio Apartments | $1,385 | $995 | $1,684 |
South Central 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,632 | $1,095 | $2,071 |
South Central 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,168 | $1,195 | $3,750 |
South Central 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,089 | $2,100 | $4,040 |
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There are currently 118 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Central Neighborhood of Salem, OR.
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Central, Salem, OR
Ranked #19
Among neighborhoods in Salem, OR for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
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 3.0 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 3.0 out of 4.
Getting Around the South Central Neighborhood in Salem, OR
Walk Score®
74 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
79 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
37 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about South Central
How much are Studio apartments in South Central?
There are currently 14 Studio Apartments in South Central with rent ranges from $995 to $1,684 with an average price of $1,385.
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 $1,095 to $2,071 with an average monthly rent of $1,632.
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 $1,195 to $3,750. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,168.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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