
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Central Salem Neighborhood of Salem, OR from $600 (27 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the South Central Salem area of Salem.


1481 Tripp / Lee Apartments

3104 Bluff Ave SE

Willamette Terrace Apartments

Liberty Street Apartments

1350 12th St SE
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2683 12th Pl SE

1106 Waller St SE

Peace Street

1105 Waller St SE

219 Myers St S

1594 Tripp St SE
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525-535 19th St SE

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510-520 14th St SE

1559 Commercial St SE

1118 Waller St SE

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027-Candalaria Plaza

Fountain Court

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131-169 Salem Heights Ave SE

Cartwright Apartments

1353 Commercial St SE
South Central Salem, Salem, OR Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Central Salem?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Central Salem Studio Apartments | $1,400 | $1,370 | $1,430 |
| South Central Salem 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,271 | $615 | $2,095 |
| South Central Salem 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,884 | $995 | $3,750 |
| South Central Salem 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,669 | $1,250 | $4,040 |
| South Central Salem 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,750 | $2,750 | $2,750 |
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There are currently 27 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the South Central Salem Neighborhood of Salem, OR.
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Cheapest Available South Central Salem Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Central Salem area of Salem, OR is a 1 Bed unit found at 1481 Tripp / Lee Apartments priced from $895. Willamette Terrace Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $995. Here are the most affordable South Central Salem apartments for rent in Salem, OR:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1481 Tripp / Lee Apartments | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Willamette Terrace Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Liberty Street Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Waldo Terrace | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Peace Street | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Cartwright Apartments | Gable | Studio,1BA | $1,255 |
| South Block Apartments | Studio A2 | Studio,1BA | $1,370 |
| Fairmount Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Large | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
| The Meridian Apartments | 1x1 Den | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Central Salem, OR
As of April 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Central Salem area is the $1.95 price per square foot 3x2 Model at The Meridian Apartments in the in the West Salem neighborhood starting from $2,795. The second greatest value South Central Salem apartment is the 2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Model at Fairmount Park Apartments starting at $1,750 with a $1.50 price per square foot in the Croisan neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Central Salem apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Meridian Apartments | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.95 |
| Fairmount Park Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.50 |
| Liberty Street Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| 1481 Tripp / Lee Apartments | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Willamette Terrace Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| Waldo Terrace | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| Peace Street | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.10 |
| South Block Apartments | Studio A2 | Studio ,1BA | $2.95 |
| Cartwright Apartments | Forge | Studio ,1BA | $3.88 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Central Salem Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Central Salem Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Central Salem Apartment is $895 at 1481 Tripp / Lee Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Central Salem Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Central Salem is starting from $995 at 1481 Tripp / Lee Apartments.
What is the most affordable South Central Salem Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap South Central Salem Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Willamette Terrace Apartments and starts from $1,650.
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