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Apartments for Rent in Salem MA

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Explore Rent Prices Near Salem, MA

Salem, MA’s average rent price is $2,380 per month. Compare rent prices and available listings in nearby cities to find better value or more options that fit your budget.

Average Rent
Marblehead $4,355
Beverly $2,663
Swampscott $3,000
Peabody $2,525
Lynn $2,425

Average Monthly Rent is calculated using the average rent of active one-bedroom apartment listings.

Salem, MA Apartments for Rent

Salem, Massachusetts blends coastal charm with easy living—home to the Peabody Essex Museum, the House of the Seven Gables, Salem Maritime National Historic Site on Derby Wharf, and a walkable Essex Street pedestrian mall by Pickering Wharf. When you're searching for apartments for rent in Salem, MA, the commute couldn't be simpler. Just hop on the MBTA Newburyport/Rockport Line from Salem Station for a 30-minute ride to Boston's North Station, catch the seasonal ferry from Blaney Street Wharf, or take a quick drive to Beverly, Danvers, and Peabody via Routes 1A, 114, and 107. Many renters prioritize rentals near Salem Station for the convenience.

Where to look: Downtown and the Derby Street waterfront put you steps from the Peabody Essex Museum, Essex Street shops, Salem Common, and restaurants on Pickering Wharf. The McIntire Historic District features tree-lined blocks of Federal-era homes along Chestnut Street, plus easy walks to the Phillips House museum. Bridge Street Neck gives you quick access over the bridge to Beverly, neighborhood conveniences, and sunrise strolls at Collins Cove Park. North Salem balances quiet residential streets with straightforward connections to Route 114 and the station. South Salem centers around Salem State University and Forest River Park, home to Pioneer Village and a sandy beach. Salem Willows and nearby Winter Island are all about sea breezes, picnic lawns, arcades, and harbor views by Fort Pickering Light. The Point puts you near Lafayette Street dining and the harbor workplaces at Shetland Park. Gallows Hill and Witchcraft Heights offer more space and trails around Gallows Hill Park while keeping you just minutes from downtown.

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Salem, MA Rental Insights

The average rent in Salem, MA is $2,204 per month. By comparison, renters across the U.S. pay an average of $1,626, which means housing in Salem, MA is slightly more expensive than much of the country.

Find affordable apartments for rent in Salem, MA by browsing listings in budget-friendly neighborhoods such as Federal Street, Mack Park, and North Salem. Use filters by price, number of bedrooms, and amenities to narrow your search.

You can find flexible rentals in Salem, MA by exploring short-term rentals for temporary stays or browsing furnished apartments for move-in ready options that save time and hassle.

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