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266 Canal St,
Salem, MA 01970
$2,220 - $4,228 Total Monthly Price
Studio - 2 Beds
Salem State University
Salem, MA
Salem State University - Salem, MA Area Guide
A thriving institution in one of New England’s most legendary communities
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Suburban
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Salem State University has been a fixture of the Boston-area academic community since first opening its doors as a teachers’ college in 1854. Spread across five campuses around Salem, the university serves around 10,000 students and is one of the largest colleges in Massachusetts. The main campus sits about a mile south of Downtown Salem, surrounded by residential neighborhoods and just a few blocks inland from Salem Harbor.
The city itself is deeply embedded in American history and pop culture, largely in relation to the infamous witch trials of the 17th century. Tourism is big, and many local restaurants, bars, and other attractions play on the community’s popular image. However, the city is also a shining example of New England charm, and the abundance of quirky local hangouts like Ugly Mug Diner and Gulu-Gulu Café make it far more than just a theme park.
When you want a change of scenery, Boston is only 45 minutes away by car, and MBTA rail service makes it easy to get around the area without a personal vehicle.
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Salem, MA is $1,658 for a studio, $2,223 for one bedroom, $2,696 for two bedrooms, and $3,261 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Salem has decreased by -1.4% in the past year.
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Studio
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371 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,658/month
Average Rent
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1 BR
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703 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$2,223/month
Average Rent
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2 BR
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1,063 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$2,696/month
Average Rent
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3 BR
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1,001 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$3,261/month
Average Rent
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Salem State University - Salem, MA (University) is for everyday living.
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
60
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
Daily Essentials
Salem State University - Salem, MA (University) offers all daily essentials, but they’re limited to a few main areas.
Supermarket Within a 20 Minute Walk
Groceries
50
/ 100
Fair Restaurant Variety Nearby
Restaurants
50
/ 100
Good Café Variety Nearby
Cafes
60
/ 100
Fair Variety of Shops Nearby
Shopping
50
/ 100
Recreation
Salem State University - Salem, MA (University) provides green space and wellness resources in certain areas.
Very Large Amount of Park Space Nearby
Parks
80
/ 100
Good Wellness Amenity Variety Nearby
Wellness
60
/ 100
Local Vibe
Get a sense of what it’s like to live in Salem State University - Salem, MA (University) from everyday activity to noise and nightlife.
Mostly Calm Atmosphere
Vibrancy
30
/ 100
Limited Nightlife Variety Nearby
Nightlife
30
/ 100
Fairly Noisy
Quiet Score
70
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
415 Students
Witchcraft Heights Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
465 Students
Public
Grades K-8
267 Students
Public
Grades K-5
249 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
320 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
477 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
753 Students
Public
Grades K-8
267 Students
Public
Grades K-8
378 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
477 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
960 Students
Salem - New Liberty Innovation School
Public
Grades 9-12
54 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
22 Students
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Points of Interest
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Parks and Recreation
- Salem Maritime National Historic Site
- Mass Audubon's Marblehead Neck Wildlife Sanctuary
- Lynn Heritage State Park
- Lynn Woods
- Mass Audubon's Nahant Thicket Wildlife Sanctuary
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
Airports
- General Edward Lawrence Logan International
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Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
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