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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Salem, VA from $400 (59 Rentals)
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowNorth View Apartments
510 Yorkshire StSalem, VA 24153
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$1,100 - $1,175
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$1,100 - $1,175
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The Historic Blair Apartments
231 Chestnut StSalem, VA 24153
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$1,245 - $1,570
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$1,240 - $1,565
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CAMELOT VILLAGE
900 Camelot DrSalem, VA 24153
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$1,270 - $3,700
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The Crest Apartments
128 Rutledge DrSalem, VA 24153
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$1,295 - $1,565
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$1,215 - $1,485
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The Riverwalk at Salem
1650 Lancing DrSalem, VA 24153
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$1,339 - $2,644
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$1,260 - $2,565
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$1,339 - $2,644
The View at 777
777 Roanoke BlvdSalem, VA 24153
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$1,374 - $2,412
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Sep 22Valleydale Apartments
928 Ohio AveSalem, VA 24153
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$1,375 - $3,525
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$1,305 - $3,455
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$1,375 - $3,525
Salem Wood Apartments
100 KIMBALL AveSalem, VA 24153
2223 Bailey Ave
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34-48 Goodwin Ave
34-48 Goodwin AveSalem, VA 24153
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Chateau Riviera Apartments
1817 Breaburn DrSalem, VA 24153
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Elizabeth Heights Apartments
501 Idaho StSalem, VA 24153
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415 Union St
415 Union StSalem, VA 24153
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Oak Park Apartments
105 Otter AveSalem, VA 24153
610 S Market St
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916 Pyrtle Dr
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216 Dalewood Ave
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17 S College Ave
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817 Westside Blvd NW
RoanokeVA24017
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802 Westside Blvd NW
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813 Westside Blvd NW
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809 Westside Blvd NW
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2363 Mountain View Terrace SW
RoanokeVA24015
3720 Panorama Ave NW
RoanokeVA24017
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$916 - $1,130
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$916 - $1,130
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The Cove Apartments
3816 Panorama Ave NWRoanoke, VA 24017
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$995 - $1,250
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$995 - $1,250
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Gardens At Grandin - II
2343 Memorial Ave SWRoanoke, VA 24015
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$1,025 - $1,385
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$975 - $1,335
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West Creek Manor
410-1 Westside Blvd NWRoanoke, VA 24017
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$1,217 - $1,515
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$1,217 - $1,515
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Northridge Village
5204 Lancelot LnRoanoke, VA 24019
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$1,234 - $3,568
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$1,227 - $3,561
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The Pines of Roanoke
4630 Roxbury Ln SWRoanoke, VA 24018
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$1,245
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 24The Oak Grove Village Apartments
2119 Electric RdRoanoke, VA 24018
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$1,250 - $1,650
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$1,250 - $1,650
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Brandon Point Apartments
3801-3819 Stratford Park Dr SWRoanoke, VA 24018
1734-1736 Elbert Dr
RoanokeVA24018
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$1,399 - $1,799
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Langdon Square
2002 Langdon Rd SWRoanoke, VA 24015
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$1,477 - $3,389
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The Retreat Apartments
6500 Grand Retreat DrRoanoke, VA 24019
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832 Westside
832 NW Westside BlvdRoanoke, VA 24017
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Ashton Heights
3530 Dona Dr NWRoanoke, VA 24017
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El Ray Apartments
2627 Westover Ave SWRoanoke, VA 24015
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Mountain View Terrace Apartments
2353-2363 Mountain View Ter SWRoanoke, VA 24015
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Greenbrier West
4102-4112 Virginia Ave NWRoanoke, VA 24017
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The Ridge
2920 Brandon Ave SWRoanoke, VA 24015
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Cedarwood Apartments
4138 Crest Hill DrRoanoke, VA 24018
2516 Oakland Blvd NW
RoanokeVA24012
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The Everett
4301 Garst Mill RdRoanoke, VA 24018
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Bridgeway Gardens
2307-2317 Memorial Ave SWRoanoke, VA 24015
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Brandon West
2754 Brandon Ave SWRoanoke, VA 24015
3821 Vermont Ave NW
RoanokeVA24017
1234 Pechin Ave SE
RoanokeVA24013
813 Gilmer Ave NW
RoanokeVA24016
1817 Bluemont Ave SW
RoanokeVA24015
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Salem, VA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Salem?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| Cheap Salem Studio Apartments | $1,137 | $900 | $1,374 |
| Cheap Salem 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,313 | $646 | $2,601 |
| Cheap Salem 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,606 | $823 | $3,070 |
| Cheap Salem 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,039 | $1,295 | $3,700 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Salem, VA
Pricing Updated: 08/07/2026Current apartment rentals in the Salem, VA area range in price from $1,049 to $3,700 with an overall median price of $1,535. Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Salem Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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| Downtown Salem | $1,535 | $1,049 | 25 |
Cheapest Available Salem Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Salem, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Gardens At Grandin - II in the Gilmer neighborhood priced from $995. Bridgeway Gardens in the Gilmer neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,035. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Salem apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Gardens At Grandin - II | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Bridgeway Gardens | 2 Beds, 1.5 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,035 |
| North View Apartments | Classic plus | 1BR,1BA | $1,049 |
| Brandon West | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| The Historic Blair Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| West Creek Manor | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,169 |
| The Pines of Roanoke | The Pinewood | 1BR,1BA | $1,234 |
| The Everett | 2 Bed, 1 Bath B Income-Restricted | 2BR,1BA | $1,248 |
| The Crest Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,270 |
| The Riverwalk at Salem | 2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,295 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Salem, VA
As of August 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Salem area is the $1.38 price per square foot 3BR/2BA Upgraded Model at Brandon Point Apartments in the in the South Washington Heights neighborhood starting from $1,650. The second greatest value Salem apartment is the 2 Beds, 1.5 Baths Model at Bridgeway Gardens starting at $1,035 with a $0.94 price per square foot in the Gilmer neighborhood. 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. |
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| Brandon Point Apartments | 3BR/2BA Upgraded | 3BR,2BA | $1.38 |
| Bridgeway Gardens | 2 Beds, 1.5 Baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.94 |
| 2308 Wood Gate Ln, Unit Ridgewood Farms | 2308 Wood Gate Ln | 2BR,2BA | $1.45 |
| West Creek Manor | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| The Riverwalk at Salem | 2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.36 |
| The Everett | 2 Bed, 1 Bath A Income-Restricted | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Langdon Square | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.55 |
| Gardens At Grandin - II | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Brandon West | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| The Historic Blair Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.57 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Salem Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Salem Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Salem Apartment is $995 at Gardens At Grandin - II.
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Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Salem is starting from $1,035 at Bridgeway Gardens.
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The best deal on a cheap Salem Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Riverwalk at Salem and starts from $1,465.
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