Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Salem Neighborhood of Salem, OR from $500 (43 Rentals)

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Rivenwood
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$1,199 - $1,899
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$1,199 - $1,899

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Rivenwood

424 Center St NESalem, OR 97301
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South Block Apartments
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$1,487 - $3,095
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$1,487 - $3,095

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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

South Block Apartments

315 Commercial St SESalem, OR 97301
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Willamette Park
$1,572 - $2,249
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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 Studio unit found at The Metropolitan Building priced from $500. 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
The Metropolitan Building0 Bedroom 1 Bath - 76101Studio,1BA$500
Liberty Street Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$999
166-Gerth Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1,025
Willamette Terrace Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,050
RivenwoodThe GrainlineStudio,1BA$1,199
Cartwright ApartmentsForgeStudio,1BA$1,199
Parkview Apartments2x12BR,1BA$1,225
Aspen Grove ApartmentsOne-Bedroom One-Bath - 684 SF1BR,1BA$1,295
Riverbend Terrace Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,320
Eola Heights ApartmentsThe Cabernet2BR,2BA$1,450

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Salem, OR

As of August 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Salem area is the $1.74 price per square foot Oak Model at Titan Hill Townhomes in the in the West Salem neighborhood starting from $2,614. The second greatest value West Salem apartment is the The Grande Cuvee Model at Eola Heights Apartments starting at $1,800 with a $1.51 price per square foot in the West Salem neighborhood. 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.
Titan Hill TownhomesOak3BR,2.5BA$1.74
Eola Heights ApartmentsThe Grande Cuvee3BR,2BA$1.51
WALLACE PARK APARTMENTS (03)2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.47
Willamette ParkMcKenzie2BR,2BA$1.83
Liberty Street Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.11
Parkview Apartments2x12BR,1BA$1.40
Riverbend Terrace Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.55
Taybin Terrace ApartmentsUpstairs1BR,1BA$1.57
Aspen Grove ApartmentsOne-Bedroom One-Bath - 684 SF1BR,1BA$1.89
Willamette Terrace Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.84

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Lifestyle Ratings

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 The Metropolitan Building listed at $500.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Salem Apartment is $999 at Liberty Street 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 Eola Heights Apartments and starts from $1,800.

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