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928 Ohio AveSalem, VA 24153
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128 RUTLEDGE DrSalem, VA 24153
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1650 Lancing DrSalem, VA 24153
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424 Yorkshire StSalem, VA 24153
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Downtown Salem, Salem, VA Local Guide
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There are currently 18 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Salem Neighborhood of Salem, VA.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Salem Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Salem area of Salem, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at The View at 777 priced from $1,049. The Crest Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,190. Here are the most affordable Downtown Salem apartments for rent in Salem, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The View at 777 | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,049 |
| The Crest Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,190 |
| The Riverwalk at Salem | 2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,215 |
| North View Apartments | 2 classic plus | 2BR,1BA | $1,249 |
| CAMELOT VILLAGE | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,285 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Salem, VA
As of June 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Salem area is the $1.28 price per square foot 2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Model at The Riverwalk at Salem in the in the South Washington Heights neighborhood starting from $1,215. The second greatest value Downtown Salem apartment is the 2 Bedroom TH Model at CAMELOT VILLAGE starting at $1,600 with a $1.78 price per square foot in the Peachtree Norwood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Salem apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| The Riverwalk at Salem | 2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.28 |
| CAMELOT VILLAGE | 2 Bedroom TH | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.78 |
| Salem Wood Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| The View at 777 | 2x1-A | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| North View Apartments | Reno | 2BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| The Crest Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| Valleydale Apartments | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $2.46 |
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Getting Around the Downtown Salem Neighborhood in Salem, VA
Walk Score®
82 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
56 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
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