
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Salem, SD from $500 (43 Rentals)
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Southtown Apartments

Egan Avenue Residence

Autumn Grove Apartments

Yukon at Benson

University Hills Village

Crooks Reserve

Lake Area Townhomes
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Marion Crossing Apartments

Maple Pass Apartments & Townhomes

Sunset Villas Apartments

Silos at Ellis Crossing

Aspen Commons

Westview Heights Apartments, LLC

Stoney Creek Townhomes

Jefferson Reserve
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41st Street Commons

Jefferson Heights Apartments, LLC

Hillcrest Heights

Lux North

The Boundary

West Briar

Washington Flats

West Briar Commons
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The Brixx Phase II

Retreat on 22nd

Forty One Flats

Copper Flats

309 W Washington Ave

608 S Wisconsin St

Heritage High Apartments

716 W Ash Ave
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Cathedral Square Apartments

Greenridge Apartments

1301 John Deere Cir

University Hill Village - UHV Building 2

University Hills Village - UHV Building 4

223 N Main St

Parkview Apartments and Townhomes

2800 W McClellan St
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Golden Prairie

Falls Park Apartments

1200 E 3rd Ave
Salem, SD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Salem?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salem Studio Apartments | $899 | $795 | $1,195 |
| Salem 1 Bedroom Apartments | $986 | $645 | $1,567 |
| Salem 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,264 | $895 | $1,895 |
| Salem 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,650 | $1,145 | $2,465 |
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Cheapest Available Salem Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Salem, SD is a 1 Bed unit found at Hill Center Apartments priced from $600. Forty One Flats has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $612. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Salem apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hill Center Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
| Forty One Flats | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $612 |
| Egan Avenue Residence | Bedroom C | 1BR,1BA | $645 |
| Yukon at Benson | Studio | Studio,1BA | $795 |
| Village Centre Building III | Unit K | Studio,1BA | $825 |
| Maple Pass Apartments & Townhomes | Rent Special - Studio Apts | Studio,1BA | $870 |
| Sunset Villas Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $890 |
| Silos at Ellis Crossing | Apartment Style- 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Stoney Creek Townhomes | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $925 |
| Jefferson Reserve | 1 Bed 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $980 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Salem, SD and Nearby
As of June 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Salem area is the $1.01 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bathroom Townhome Model at Pinnacle Townhomes in the in the Northwest Sioux Falls neighborhood starting from $1,865. The second greatest value Salem apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Lake Area Townhomes starting at $1,285 with a $1.03 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Salem apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pinnacle Townhomes | 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bathroom Townhome | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.01 |
| Lake Area Townhomes | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.03 |
| 41st Street Commons | c1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.18 |
| Marion Crossing Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| Stoney Creek Townhomes | 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.05 |
| Boulder Creek Apartments | 2bd2ba | 2BR,2BA | $1.10 |
| Hillcrest Heights Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Apartment | 2BR,2BA | $1.19 |
| Westview Heights Apartments, LLC | 2Bed/2Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| Aspen Commons | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| Forty One Flats | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.77 |
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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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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Salem Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Salem?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Salem is at Yukon at Benson listed at $795.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Salem Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Salem Apartment is $600 at Hill Center Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Salem Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Salem is starting from $612 at Forty One Flats.
What is the most affordable Salem Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Salem Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Stoney Creek Townhomes and starts from $1,145.
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Written by: Robin Stewart
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units
Written by: Robin Stewart
Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent
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