
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Central Neighborhood of Salem, OR from $600 (21 Rentals)
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The Lee Apartments

Liberty Street Apartments

#375 WILLAMETTE TERRACE

Towne South Apartments

320 Wilson St S, Unit 320 Wilson St S

1189 Saginaw St S
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Fountain Court

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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Central Studio Apartments | $1,364 | $995 | $1,585 |
| South Central 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,371 | $615 | $2,085 |
| South Central 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,820 | $1,175 | $3,750 |
| South Central 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,901 | $1,750 | $4,040 |
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There are currently 21 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Central Neighborhood of Salem, OR.
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Cheapest Available South Central Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Central area of Salem, OR is a Studio unit found at The Lee Apartments priced from $995. Liberty Street Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $999. Here are the most affordable South Central apartments for rent in Salem, OR:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lee Apartments | TLEE - Studio 370 | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Liberty Street Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| 027-Candalaria Plaza | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| #375 WILLAMETTE TERRACE | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,085 |
| Fountain Court | 1/1 Compact | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Central, OR
As of January 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Central area is the $1.57 price per square foot 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Model at Fairmount Park Apartments in the in the Croisan neighborhood starting from $1,625. The second greatest value South Central apartment is the 2 Beds, 1 bath Model at Liberty Street Apartments starting at $1,175 with a $1.31 price per square foot in the West Salem neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Central apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairmount Park Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Liberty Street Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Harmona Heights Apartments | 1 Bedroom Units | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| Forest Ridge | Alder | 2BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| #375 WILLAMETTE TERRACE | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| 080-Salem Heights | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Towne South Apartments | I Bedroom - 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Willamette View Apartments | 87011 | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| 320 Wilson St S, Unit 320 Wilson St S | 320 Wilson St S | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| Summit View | SUM 1X1 Large A | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Central Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Central?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Central is at The Lee Apartments listed at $995.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Central Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Central Apartment is $999 at Liberty Street Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Central Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Central is starting from $1,025 at 027-Candalaria Plaza.
What is the most affordable South Central Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap South Central Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at #375 WILLAMETTE TERRACE and starts from $1,750.
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