1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Salem, SD (34 Rentals)

Jefferson Heights Apartments, LLC

Jefferson Reserve Apartments

Marion Crossing Apartments

Westview Heights Apartments, LLC

41st Street Commons

Sunset Villas Apartments

The Brixx 2 Apartments
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University Hills Village

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The 41Ellis

Yukon at Benson

Hillcrest Heights Apartments

Aspen Commons

Silos at Ellis Crossing
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Lux North

West Briar Commons

Copper Flats

Maple Pass Apartments & Townhomes

West Oaks Estates

West 26th Street Townhomes
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2115 N Carla Ave

304 N Main St

22448 449th Ave

University Hills Village - UHV Building 4

University Hill Village - UHV Building 2
Salem, SD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Salem?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Salem Studio Apartments | $1,033 | $825 | $1,346 |
Salem 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,050 | $480 | $2,107 |
Salem 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,408 | $621 | $2,756 |
Salem 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,691 | $399 | $3,476 |
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Largest Available Salem and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Salem, SD is found at West Oaks Estates and is 925 square feet priced from $999. University Hills Village has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 829 square feet and currently listed start at $1,050. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Salem:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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West Oaks Estates | 1 Bedroom | 925 Sq Ft | $999 |
University Hills Village | One Bedroom - 829 sqft | 829 Sq Ft | $1,050 |
Retreat on 22nd | 1B/1B large | 827 Sq Ft | $1,125 |
The Brixx Villas | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 772 Sq Ft | $1,080 |
The Boundary | NEW LAYOUT 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Accessible | 746 Sq Ft | $1,066 |
Marion Crossing Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Apartment | 738 Sq Ft | $910 |
Lake Area Townhomes | 1 Bedroom | 710 Sq Ft | $820 |
Lux North | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Accessible | 683 Sq Ft | $995 |
Silos at Ellis Crossing | Apartment Style- 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 683 Sq Ft | $900 |
Jefferson Heights Apartments, LLC | 1 Bed +Den | 665 Sq Ft | $955 |
Cheapest Available Salem and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of July 28, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Salem, SD is the 1 Bed 1 Bath Apartment Model starting from $795 at Sunset Villas Apartments . The second most affordable Salem 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom Model at Lake Area Townhomes starting at $820 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Salem is currently $1,050. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Salem:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Sunset Villas Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Apartment | $795 |
Lake Area Townhomes | 1 Bedroom | $820 |
Maple Pass Apartments & Townhomes | 1 Bed 1 Bath Apartment | $845 |
Hillcrest Heights Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment | $894 |
The Boundary | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | $895 |
Silos at Ellis Crossing | Apartment Style- 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | $900 |
Westview Heights Apartments, LLC | 1Bed/1Bath | $900 |
Marion Crossing Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Apartment | $910 |
Aspen Commons | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | $925 |
University Hills Village | One Bedroom - 708 sqft | $925 |
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Best Local Schools in Salem, SD
McCook Central Elementary - 02
McCook Central High School - 01
McCook Central Middle School - 03
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Getting Around Salem, SD
Walk Score®
41 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
37 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Salem Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Salem with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Salem is at Sunset Villas Apartments listed at $795.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Salem Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Salem is $1,050.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Salem Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Salem is a 925 square feet unit starting from $999 at West Oaks Estates.
What is the average size for Salem 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Salem is currently 843 sq ft.
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