Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Gateway Neighborhood of Salem, OR from $900 (7 Rentals)

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Silver Pine Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Silver Pine Apartments

5467 Commercial St SESalem, OR 97306
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2 Bedroom Apartments

Madras Apartments

1701 Madras St SESalem, OR 97306
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South Gateway, Salem, OR Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Gateway Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Gateway area of Salem, OR is a 1 Bed unit found at Royvonne Hills Apartments priced from $1,100. Baxter Ridge Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,245. Here are the most affordable South Gateway apartments for rent in Salem, OR:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Royvonne Hills ApartmentsR441BR,1BA$1,100
Baxter Ridge Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1,245
Gateway Village Apartments1 bed 1 bath A The Santiam1BR,1BA$1,335

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Gateway, OR

As of December 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Gateway area is the $2.00 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Magnolia 98 in the in the Sunnyslope neighborhood starting from $2,395. The second greatest value South Gateway apartment is the 3x2 Model at Overlook Pointe Apartments starting at $1,850 with a $1.63 price per square foot in the Southeast Mill Creek neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Gateway apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Magnolia 983 Bedroom3BR,2.5BA$2.00
Overlook Pointe Apartments3x23BR,2BA$1.63
Battle Creek Lodges2x12BR,1BA$1.40
WHITE OAK LUXURY APARTMENTS2x2A Parkview2BR,2BA$1.76
South Pointe Apartments2 Bed/2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.47
Vista Pointe Luxury Apartments2x12BR,1BA$1.60
Royvonne Hills ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.41
Pinewood Terrace2 bed / 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.68
Encore Apartments – Modern Living in South Salem!1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.92
Gateway Village Apartments1 bed 1 bath A The Santiam1BR,1BA$1.92

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers is proud to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Salem. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury housing options, features that make it easier to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the South Gateway Neighborhood in Salem, OR

Walk Score®

55 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

58 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

31 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Gateway Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Gateway Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Gateway Apartment is $1,100 at Royvonne Hills Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Gateway Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Gateway is starting from $1,200 at Royvonne Hills Apartments.

What is the most affordable South Gateway Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap South Gateway Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Overlook Pointe Apartments and starts from $1,850.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.