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| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Salem Studio Apartments | $1,486 | $1,486 | $1,486 |
| Downtown Salem 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,435 | $999 | $2,084 |
| Downtown Salem 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,780 | $1,095 | $3,230 |
| Downtown Salem 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,940 | $1,385 | $3,105 |
There are currently 21 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Salem Neighborhood of Salem, VA.
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Write a ReviewThe cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Salem area of Salem, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at North View Apartments priced from $999. The Historic Blair Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,095. Here are the most affordable Downtown Salem apartments for rent in Salem, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| North View Apartments | Classic plus | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| The Historic Blair Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| The Crest Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom with Den | 1BR,1BA | $1,180 |
| The Riverwalk at Salem | 2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,215 |
| CAMELOT VILLAGE | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,375 |
As of April 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown 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 Downtown Salem apartment is the The Peak 2 BR 2 BA Model at The Retreat Apartments starting at $1,820 with a $1.82 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brandon Point Apartments | 3BR/2BA Upgraded | 3BR,2BA | $1.38 |
| The Retreat Apartments | The Peak 2 BR 2 BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.82 |
| The Riverwalk at Salem | 2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.28 |
| Salem Wood Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| North View Apartments | Reno | 2BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| CAMELOT VILLAGE | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.86 |
| The Historic Blair Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| The Crest Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom with Den | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Salem Apartment is $999 at North View Apartments.
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Salem is starting from $1,095 at The Historic Blair Apartments.
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Salem Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Riverwalk at Salem and starts from $1,385.
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