How much is rent in Salem, MA?

The average asking rent across the 9 listings we track in Salem, MA is $2,713/mo, with the cheapest starting at $2,325/mo. Prices change often, so confirm current rates on each listing.

What is the cheapest apartment for rent in Salem?

157 Boston Street is the lowest-priced rental we're tracking in Salem, MA at $2,325/mo. We rank every listing cheapest-first so the best-value options are always at the top.

What is the average rent by bedroom in Salem?

Based on the listings we track in Salem, MA: one-bedrooms around $2,527/mo, three-bedrooms around $3,025/mo. These are averages and shift with availability.

Is Salem expensive to rent in?

Relatively no. Salem's average rent of $2,713/mo is about 5% below the MA state average of $2,858/mo, making it one of the more affordable markets in the state.

Apartments for Rent in Salem, MA

Across 9 rentals in Salem, MA, the cheapest we list is $2,325/mo and the average asking rent is around $2,713/mo. That's about 5% under the MA average of $2,858/mo, on the cheaper side for the state. By size, expect one-bedrooms around $2,527/mo. Listings are ranked cheapest-first and updated regularly.

Updated Jun 9, 2026

Cheapest

$2,325

lowest listed rent

Average rent

$2,7135% below MA

across all sizes

Average by sizevs MA typical

1 bed$2,527~ MA avg

3 bed$3,02523% below MA

9 rentals in Salem, MA

Every size & style, ranked by price

1-bedroom apartment at 157 Boston Street in Salem, MA

Apartment · Salem

$2,325/mo

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1 bd|1 ba|644 ft²

157 Boston Street

157 Boston Street, Salem

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1-bedroom apartment at Hawthorne Commons Apartments in Salem, MA

Apartment · Salem

$2,449/mo

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1 bd|1 ba|767 ft²

Hawthorne Commons Apartments

205 Highland Ave, Salem, MA

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1-bedroom apartment at Lore Apartments in Salem, MA

Apartment · Salem

$2,496/mo

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1 bd|1 ba|758 ft²

Lore Apartments

266 Canal Street, Salem, MA

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1-bedroom apartment at Bell North Shore Apartments in Salem, MA

Apartment · Salem

$2,551/mo

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1 bd|1 ba|900 ft²

Bell North Shore Apartments

1 Carol Way, Salem, MA

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1-bedroom apartment at Halstead Salem Station Apartments in Salem, MA

Apartment · Salem

$2,560/mo

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1 bd|1 ba|656 ft²

Halstead Salem Station Apartments

72 Flint Street, Salem, MA

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3-bedroom apartment at 41 Salem St in Salem, MA

Apartment · Salem

$2,650/mo

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3 bd|1 ba|799 ft²

41 Salem St

41 Salem St, Salem

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1-bedroom apartment at Sofi at Salem Station in Salem, MA

Apartment · Salem

$2,782/mo

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1 bd|1 ba|859 ft²

Sofi at Salem Station

Sofi at Salem Station, Salem

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4-bedroom apartment at 52 Lawrence Street in Salem, MA

Apartment · Salem

$3,200/mo

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4 bd|1 ba|1,000 ft²

52 Lawrence Street

52 Lawrence Street, Salem

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3-bedroom apartment at 12 Willson Street in Salem, MA

Apartment · Salem

$3,400/mo

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3 bd|1 ba|1,000 ft²

12 Willson Street

12 Willson Street, Salem

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Renting in Salem, MA: common questions

How much is rent in Salem, MA?: The average asking rent across the 9 listings we track in Salem, MA is $2,713/mo, with the cheapest starting at $2,325/mo. Prices change often, so confirm current rates on each listing.
What is the cheapest apartment for rent in Salem?: 157 Boston Street is the lowest-priced rental we're tracking in Salem, MA at $2,325/mo. We rank every listing cheapest-first so the best-value options are always at the top.
What is the average rent by bedroom in Salem?: Based on the listings we track in Salem, MA: one-bedrooms around $2,527/mo, three-bedrooms around $3,025/mo. These are averages and shift with availability.
Is Salem expensive to rent in?: Relatively no. Salem's average rent of $2,713/mo is about 5% below the MA state average of $2,858/mo, making it one of the more affordable markets in the state.

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