Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Salem Neighborhood of Salem, OR from $500 (36 Rentals)

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Rivenwood
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$1,298 - $1,990

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Base Rent$1,298 - $1,990
Total Monthly Price$1,298 - $1,990
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Rivenwood

424 Center St NESalem, OR 97301
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South Block Apartments
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$1,382 - $3,596

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Base Rent$1,382 - $3,596
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

South Block Apartments

315 Commercial St SESalem, OR 97301
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property at 362 Wilson St S
$1,450

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362 Wilson St S

SalemOR97302
property at 364 Wilson St S
$1,450

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364 Wilson St S

SalemOR97302
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Willamette Park
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$1,496 - $2,094

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Base Rent$1,496 - $2,094
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2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Willamette Park

825 Harritt Dr NWSalem, OR 97304
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Deer Creek Crossing
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Deer Creek Crossing

1520-1580 Wallace Rd NWSalem, OR 97304
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Koz on State
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Koz on State

260 State StSalem, OR 97301
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Fountain Court
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Fountain Court

928-990 Fir St SSalem, OR 97302
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Stoneway Apartments
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Stoneway Apartments

132 -188 Stoneway Dr NWSalem, OR 97304

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West Salem, Salem, OR Local Guide

Cheapest Available West Salem Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Salem area of Salem, OR is a 1 Bed unit found at 166-Gerth Apartments priced from $995. Liberty Street Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $999. Here are the most affordable West Salem apartments for rent in Salem, OR:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
166-Gerth Apartments1x11BR, 1BA$995
Liberty Street Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR, 1BA$999
Willamette Terrace Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR, 1BA$1,085
098-Westside Terrace Apartments2x12BR, 1BA$1,100
Cartwright ApartmentsForgeStudio, 1BA$1,199
Parkview Apartments2x12BR, 1BA$1,275
Riverbend Terrace Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR, 1BA$1,295
RivenwoodThe Grainline- Income RestrictedStudio, 1BA$1,298
South Block ApartmentsStudio-A-1CStudio, 1BA$1,382
WALLACE PARK APARTMENTS (03)2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR, 1BA$1,450

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Salem, OR

As of September 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Salem area is the $1.74 price per square foot 3x2 Model at The Meridian Apartments in the West Salem neighborhood starting from $2,495. The second greatest value West Salem apartment is the The Grande Cuvee Model at Eola Heights Apartments in the West Salem neighborhood starting at $1,800 with a $1.51 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Salem apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Meridian Apartments3x23BR, 2BA$1.74
Eola Heights ApartmentsThe Grande Cuvee3BR, 2BA$1.51
1135 Satara Ave NW, Unit Satara1135 Satara Ave NW2BR, 1BA$1.64
RIVER VALLEY TERRACETucked away from all the hubbub!3BR, 2BA$1.41
WALLACE PARK APARTMENTS (03)2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR, 1BA$1.47
Willamette ParkMcKenzie2BR, 2BA$1.69
Liberty Street Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR, 1BA$1.11
Parkview Apartments2x12BR, 1BA$1.46
Riverbend Terrace Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR, 1BA$1.52
Taybin Terrace ApartmentsUpstairs1BR, 1BA$1.57

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ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in cities across the United States including West Salem, Salem, and the greater Salem area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and proximity to parks, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Salem Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in West Salem?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in West Salem is at Cartwright Apartments listed at $1,199.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Salem Apartment is $995 at 166-Gerth Apartments.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West Salem is starting from $999 at Liberty Street Apartments.

What is the most affordable West Salem Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap West Salem Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at RIVER VALLEY TERRACE and starts from $1,550.

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