
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the South Central Neighborhood of Salem, OR (56 Rentals)


Rivenwood

The Court Yard

The Meridian Apartments

South Block Apartments

Harmona Heights Apartments

Willamette View Apartments

Liberty Street Apartments

Summit View

Towne South Apartments
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2683 12th Pl SE, Unit 2683 12th Pl., Unit 2683 12th Pl.

2683 12th Pl SE

3104 Bluff Ave SE

241 High St NE

1353 Commercial St SE

101-129 Salem Heights Ave S

650 Marion St NE

The Metropolitan Bldg

450 Church St NE

The Edgewater Apartments
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3326 Crawford St SE

3310 Crawford St SE

1847-1861 13th St SE

1348 12th St

1123 Cross St SE

1076 Liberty St SE

Westview Manor

Winter Street Apartments

1127-1145 Saginaw St S

902-920 Fir St S
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Salem 8 House Portfolio

Oxford Apartments

2005 Summer St SE

Brookwood Terrace Apartments

Courtney Place

Clark Creek Apartments

Alpine Village Apartments

Waldo Terrace

Fountain Court

West Hills Village
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Frances Apartments

Fairmount Park Apartments

Koz on State

Cartwright Apartments

Lanai Apartments

Southview Terrace

Wallerwood Apartments

1346 12th St SE

Bluffs at Ratcliff

Salem Arts Building
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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There are currently 56 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Central Neighborhood of Salem, OR.
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Largest Available South Central 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the South Central area of Salem, OR is found at The Meridian Apartments and is listed at 1,280 square feet priced from $1,925. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Meridian Apartments | 1x1 | 1,280 Sq Ft | $1,925 |
| Fairmount Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Large | 1,000 Sq Ft | $1,395 |
| Cartwright Apartments | Thistle | 800 Sq Ft | $2,195 |
| Liberty Street Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 800 Sq Ft | $999 |
| Towne South Apartments | I Bedroom - 1 Bathroom | 760 Sq Ft | $1,150 |
| South Block Apartments | One Bedroom B-2 | 721 Sq Ft | $1,619 |
| Waldo Terrace | 1BR/1.0BA | 600 Sq Ft | $995 |
| Willamette Terrace Apartments | 1x1 | 570 Sq Ft | $995 |
| Summit View | SUM 1X1 Small | 450 Sq Ft | $1,095 |
Cheapest Available South Central 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit South Central of Salem, OR is the 1BR/1.0BA Model starting from $995 at Waldo Terrace. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in South Central is currently $1,416. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Waldo Terrace | 1BR/1.0BA | $995 |
| Willamette Terrace Apartments | 1x1 | $995 |
| Liberty Street Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | $999 |
| Summit View | SUM 1X1 Small | $1,095 |
| Towne South Apartments | I Bedroom - 1 Bathroom | $1,150 |
| Fairmount Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Large | $1,395 |
| South Block Apartments | One Bedroom B-2 | $1,619 |
| The Meridian Apartments | 1x1 | $1,925 |
| Cartwright Apartments | Thistle | $2,195 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom South Central Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in South Central with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in South Central is at Waldo Terrace listed at $995.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom South Central Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in South Central is $1,416.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom South Central Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in South Central is a 1,280 square feet unit starting from $1,925 at The Meridian Apartments.
What is the average size for South Central 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in South Central is currently 701 sq ft.
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