1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Salem, VA (35 Rentals)

North View Apartments

510 Pennsylvania Ave

17 S College Ave
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The Everett

The Pines of Roanoke

2363 Mountain View Terrace SW

1831 Oxford Ave SW

2114 Windsor Ave SW

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Salem, VA 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 | $1,403 | $1,403 | $1,403 |
Salem 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,548 | $850 | $2,701 |
Salem 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,730 | $827 | $3,253 |
Salem 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,016 | $902 | $3,732 |
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Salem 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood
Availability Confirmed As of: June 24, 2025There are currently 32 available 1 Bedroom apartment units in Salem, VA neighborhoods that range in price from $1,049 to $2,222. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Salem with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:
Neighborhood | Available Units | Median Price | Min Price |
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Downtown Salem | 32 | $1,610 | $1,049 |
Largest Available Salem 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Salem, VA is found at Valleydale Apartments in the Peachtree Norwood neighborhood and is 805 square feet priced from $1,600. CAMELOT VILLAGE has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 740 square feet and currently listed start at $1,285. 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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Valleydale Apartments | A1 | 805 Sq Ft | $1,600 |
CAMELOT VILLAGE | 1 Bedroom | 740 Sq Ft | $1,285 |
The Everett | 1 Bed 1Bath - 1A | 641 Sq Ft | $900 |
The Crest Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 580 Sq Ft | $1,175 |
The View at 777 | 1x1 | 579 Sq Ft | $1,049 |
Cheapest Available Salem 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of June 24, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Salem, VA is the 1 Bed 1Bath - 1A Model starting from $900 at The Everett in the Deyerle neighborhood. The second most affordable Salem 1 Bedroom is the 1x1 Model at The View at 777 starting at $1,049 in the Peachtree Norwood neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Salem is currently $1,548. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Salem:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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The Everett | 1 Bed 1Bath - 1A | $900 |
The View at 777 | 1x1 | $1,049 |
The Crest Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom | $1,175 |
CAMELOT VILLAGE | 1 Bedroom | $1,285 |
Valleydale Apartments | A2 | $1,540 |
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Getting Around Salem, VA
Walk Score®
43 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
36 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Salem Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Salem Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Salem is $1,548.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Salem Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Salem is a 805 square feet unit starting from $1,600 at Valleydale Apartments.
What is the average size for Salem 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Salem is currently 0 sq ft.
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