Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Salem Neighborhood of Salem, OR from $700 (28 Rentals)

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Hidden Hills Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hidden Hills Apartments

3640 Liberty Rd SSalem, OR 97302
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The Arboretum
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Arboretum

3865 Liberty Rd SSalem, OR 97302
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Holiday Hidden Lakes
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Holiday Hidden Lakes

400 Madrona Ave SESalem, OR 97302
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080-Salem Heights
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

080-Salem Heights

131-169 Salem Heights Ave SESalem, OR 97302
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Liberty Towers
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Liberty Towers

3652 Liberty Rd SSalem, OR 97302
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Waldo Terrace
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Waldo Terrace

370-388 Waldo Ave SESalem, OR 97302
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Madrona Place
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Madrona Place

345-397 Madrona Ave SESalem, OR 97302
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3417-3438 3rd Ave SE
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

3417-3438 3rd Ave SE

3417-3438 3rd Ave SESalem, OR 97302
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247 Madrona Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

247 Madrona Ave

247 Madrona AveSalem, OR 97302

South Salem, Salem, OR Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Salem Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Salem area of Salem, OR is a 1 Bed unit found at 3441 3rd Ave priced from $995. Twin Oaks Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,150. Here are the most affordable South Salem apartments for rent in Salem, OR:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
3441 3rd Ave1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$995
Twin Oaks Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,150
Towne South ApartmentsI Bedroom - 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,195
086-Friendship Court Apartments2x12BR,1BA$1,195
Silverwood Apartments2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1,295
Harmona Heights Apartments1 Bedroom Units1BR,1BA$1,395
Willamette View Apartments870212BR,1BA$1,400
Fairmount Park Apartments2 Bedroom, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,450
Forest RidgeSequoia2BR,1BA$1,495

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Salem, OR

As of November 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Salem area is the $1.40 price per square foot 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Model at Fairmount Park Apartments in the in the Croisan neighborhood starting from $1,450. The second greatest value South Salem apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at Silverwood Apartments starting at $1,295 with a $1.36 price per square foot in the Sunnyslope neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Salem apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Fairmount Park Apartments2 Bedroom, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.40
Silverwood Apartments2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.36
Forest RidgeCedar2BR,1BA$1.65
Willamette View Apartments870212BR,1BA$1.58
Harmona Heights Apartments1 Bedroom Units1BR,1BA$1.66
Towne South ApartmentsI Bedroom - 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.57
Twin Oaks Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.62
3441 3rd Ave1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.59

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
South Salem, Salem, OR

Ranked #23

Among cities in Oregon for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the South Salem Neighborhood in Salem, OR

Walk Score®

68 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

67 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

27 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Salem Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Salem Apartment is $995 at 3441 3rd Ave.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Salem is starting from $1,195 at 086-Friendship Court Apartments.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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