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The Cove Apartments
3816 Panorama Ave NWRoanoke, VA 24017
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Mountain View Terrace Apartments
2353-2363 Mountain View Ter SWRoanoke, VA 24015
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Salem Studio Apartments | $1,437 | $1,437 | $1,437 |
| Cheap Salem 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,498 | $875 | $2,744 |
| Cheap Salem 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,632 | $779 | $3,038 |
| Cheap Salem 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,031 | $879 | $3,561 |
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Cheapest Available Salem Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Salem, VA is a 2 Beds unit found at The Cove Apartments in the South Washington Heights neighborhood priced from $779. The Everett in the Loudon Melrose neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $900. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Salem apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cove Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $779 |
| The Everett | 1 Bed 1Bath - 1C | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| The View at 777 | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,049 |
| The Pines of Roanoke | The Pinewood | 1BR,1BA | $1,089 |
| The Crest Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Salem, VA
As of June 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Salem area is the $1.28 price per square foot B1 Model at Northridge Village in the in the Peachtree Norwood neighborhood starting from $1,217. The second greatest value Salem apartment is the 2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Model at The Riverwalk at Salem starting at $1,215 with a $1.28 price per square foot in the South Washington Heights 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northridge Village | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| The Riverwalk at Salem | 2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.28 |
| Salem Wood Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bathroom with Den | 2BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| CAMELOT VILLAGE | 2 Bedroom TH | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.77 |
| The View at 777 | 2x1-A | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| The Cove Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| North View Apartments | Reno | 2BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| The Pines of Roanoke | The Pinewood | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| The Everett | 1 Bed 1Bath - 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| The Crest Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
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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 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 $900 at The Everett.
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 $779 at The Cove Apartments.
What is the most affordable Salem Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Salem Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Riverwalk at Salem and starts from $1,385.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.
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Written by: Sandy Baker
Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.