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$1,486 - $2,524
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Base Rent$1,374 - $2,412
Required Monthly Fees$112
Total Monthly Price$1,486 - $2,524
Valleydale Apartments
928 Ohio AveSalem, VA 24153
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Salem Neighborhood of Salem, VA from $500 (21 Rentals)
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$1,099 - $1,449
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North View Apartments
510 Yorkshire StSalem, VA 24153
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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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$1,270 - $3,420
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Base Rent$1,200 - $3,350
Required Monthly Fees$70
Total Monthly Price$1,270 - $3,420
Salem Wood Apartments
100 KIMBALL AveSalem, VA 24153
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$1,120 - $1,800
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Base Rent$1,115 - $1,795
Required Monthly Fees$5
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CAMELOT VILLAGE
900 Camelot DrSalem, VA 24153
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$1,344 - $2,719
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Base Rent$1,265 - $2,640
Required Monthly Fees$79
Total Monthly Price$1,344 - $2,719
The View at 777
777 Roanoke BlvdSalem, VA 24153
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$1,395 - $3,305
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The Crest Apartments
128 Rutledge DrSalem, VA 24153
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$995 - $1,050
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The Historic Blair Apartments
231 Chestnut StSalem, VA 24153
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Studio Apartments
415 Union St
415 Union StSalem, VA 24153
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2 Bedroom Apartments
Academy Court
113-129 Academy StSalem, VA 24153
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments
GreenBrier Apartments
500 Poage LnSalem, VA 24153
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400A-400B Union St
400A-400B Union StSalem, VA 24153
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219 W Main St
219 W Main StSalem, VA 24153
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Chateau Riviera Apartments
1817 Breaburn DrSalem, VA 24153
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Oak Park Apartments
105 Otter AveSalem, VA 24153
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Salem Commons
1866 Salem Commons LnSalem, VA 24153
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Elizabeth Heights Apartments
501 Idaho StSalem, VA 24153
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Easton Gardens
1139 Easton RdSalem, VA 24153
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$1,550 - $1,650
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Brandon Point Apartments
3801-3819 Stratford Park Dr SWRoanoke, VA 24018
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$1,443 - $3,121
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The Retreat Apartments
6500 Grand Retreat DrRoanoke, VA 24019
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Stratford Village
3780 Stratford Park Dr SWRoanoke, VA 24018
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Downtown Salem, Salem, VA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Salem?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Salem Studio Apartments | $1,486 | $1,486 | $1,486 |
| Downtown Salem 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,662 | $1,099 | $2,255 |
| Downtown Salem 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,768 | $995 | $3,130 |
| Downtown Salem 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,008 | $1,465 | $3,701 |
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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 2 Beds unit found at The Historic Blair Apartments priced from $995. CAMELOT VILLAGE has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,120. Here are the most affordable Downtown Salem apartments for rent in Salem, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Historic Blair Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR, 1BA | $995 |
| CAMELOT VILLAGE | 2 Bedroom | 2BR, 1BA | $1,120 |
| The Riverwalk at Salem | 2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath | 2BR, 1BA | $1,215 |
| Salem Wood Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bathroom with Patio | 2BR, 1BA | $1,270 |
| The View at 777 | Two Bedroom A | 2BR, 1BA | $1,344 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Salem, VA
As of September 22, 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 South Washington Heights neighborhood starting from $1,650. The second greatest value Downtown Salem apartment is the The Ridge 2 BR 2 BA Model at The Retreat Apartments in the Peachtree Norwood neighborhood starting at $1,749 with a $1.60 price per square foot. 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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| Brandon Point Apartments | 3BR/2BA Upgraded | 3BR, 2BA | $1.38 |
| The Retreat Apartments | The Ridge 2 BR 2 BA | 2BR, 2BA | $1.60 |
| CAMELOT VILLAGE | 3 Bedroom | 3BR, 1.5BA | $1.63 |
| 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 | $1.56 |
| The Crest Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR, 1BA | $1.70 |
| The Historic Blair Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR, 1BA | $1.42 |
| The View at 777 | One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $2.36 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Salem Apartments
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Salem Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Salem is starting from $995 at The Historic Blair Apartments.
What is the most affordable Downtown Salem Three Bedroom Apartment?
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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