
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southeast Salem Neighborhood of Salem, OR from $500 (22 Rentals)
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3104 Bluff Ave SE

1250-1256-1256 Marilyn St SE

2217-2221 Lee St SE

2469 Lee St SE

2687 12th Pl SE

675 25th St SE
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Peace Street

681 25th St SE

2475 Lee St SE

1443-1445 Madrona Ave SE

1731 Salishan St SE

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Cedar Crest Apartments
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Meadowlawn Apartments

2319-2347 Lee St SE

2519 Hyde Ct SE

2519-2521 Hyde Ct SE

The Grove Apartments

AMBERMANOR

OAKHILL APARTMENTS
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2619 12th St SE
Southeast Salem, Salem, OR Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southeast Salem?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southeast Salem 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,087 | $995 | $1,150 |
| Southeast Salem 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,445 | $996 | $1,995 |
| Southeast Salem 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,175 | $2,175 | $2,175 |
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There are currently 22 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Southeast Salem Neighborhood of Salem, OR.
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Cheapest Available Southeast Salem Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southeast Salem area of Salem, OR is a 1 Bed unit found at 1481 Tripp / Lee Apartments priced from $995. Peace Street has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,100. Here are the most affordable Southeast Salem apartments for rent in Salem, OR:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1481 Tripp / Lee Apartments | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Peace Street | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Meadowlawn Apartments | Two Bedroom, One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| OAKHILL APARTMENTS | 2 Bedroom / 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,625 |
| 031-Pringle | 3x2.5 | 3BR,2BA | $1,850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southeast Salem, OR
As of August 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southeast Salem area is the $1.76 price per square foot 3/2.5 Model at Magnolia28 in the in the Southeast Mill Creek neighborhood starting from $2,350. The second greatest value Southeast Salem apartment is the 3x2.5 Model at 031-Pringle starting at $1,850 with a $1.44 price per square foot in the Southeast Mill Creek neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southeast Salem apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Magnolia28 | 3/2.5 | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.76 |
| 031-Pringle | 3x2.5 | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.44 |
| The Grove Apartments | Sycamore | 3BR,2BA | $1.68 |
| OAKHILL APARTMENTS | 2 Bedroom / 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.85 |
| Magnolia36 | 2/2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.21 |
| 1481 Tripp / Lee Apartments | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Meadowlawn Apartments | One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| Peace Street | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.10 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSoutheast Salem, Salem, OR
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2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southeast Salem Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Southeast Salem Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southeast Salem Apartment is $995 at 1481 Tripp / Lee Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Southeast Salem Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Southeast Salem is starting from $1,250 at Meadowlawn Apartments.
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