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Rental Market Trends in Salem, OR

Updated July 2026

The average rent in Salem, OR is $1,196/month.

Rent in Salem is 28% lower than the national average rent of $1,663/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$1,196/month

Average Rent

658 Sq Ft

Average Size

-0.3%

Change / Year

879

Available Apartments

Salem rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Salem average $1,236 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Salem average $1,196 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Salem average $1,403 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Salem average $1,861 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,236/month
462 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,196/month
658 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,403/month
915 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,861/month
1,147 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,315/month
430 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,890/month
1,063 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,283/month
1,335 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$2,779/month
2,151 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,568/month
762 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,940/month
1,081 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,283/month
1,355 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Salem, OR?

In the past year, rent has decreased by 0.3%, which averages out to $3 less per month.

Market Trends Over Time

July 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Salem, OR

July 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Salem, OR
Percentage*
Rent Range
5% Below $700/month
21% $700 - $1,000/month
54% $1,001 - $1,500/month
17% $1,501 - $2,000/month
3% Above $2,000/month

Rent by Neighborhood

  • Most Affordable
  • Most Expensive
  • Most Available

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Salem?

Based on current rent prices, Morningside, North Lancaster and Hayesville are the most affordable neighborhoods in Salem.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Morningside
$1,177/month
600 Sq Ft
North Lancaster
$1,191/month
663 Sq Ft
Hayesville
$1,289/month
654 Sq Ft
South Gateway
$1,317/month
716 Sq Ft
South Central
$1,410/month
628 Sq Ft
East Lancaster
$1,478/month
683 Sq Ft
Sunnyslope
$1,479/month
710 Sq Ft
West Salem
$1,493/month
713 Sq Ft
Cliffmoor Village
$1,592/month
696 Sq Ft
Downtown Salem
$1,686/month
689 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Salem?

Based on current rent prices, Downtown Salem, Cliffmoor Village and West Salem are the most expensive neighborhoods in Salem.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Downtown Salem
$1,686/month
689 Sq Ft
Cliffmoor Village
$1,592/month
696 Sq Ft
West Salem
$1,493/month
713 Sq Ft
Sunnyslope
$1,479/month
710 Sq Ft
East Lancaster
$1,478/month
683 Sq Ft
South Central
$1,410/month
628 Sq Ft
South Gateway
$1,317/month
716 Sq Ft
Hayesville
$1,289/month
654 Sq Ft
North Lancaster
$1,191/month
663 Sq Ft
Morningside
$1,177/month
600 Sq Ft

Which Salem neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhoods in Salem with the most apartments available are South Central, Hayesville and Morningside .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
South Central
$1,410/month
628 Sq Ft
Hayesville
$1,289/month
654 Sq Ft
Morningside
$1,177/month
600 Sq Ft
Downtown Salem
$1,686/month
689 Sq Ft
East Lancaster
$1,478/month
683 Sq Ft
West Salem
$1,493/month
713 Sq Ft
South Gateway
$1,317/month
716 Sq Ft
Cliffmoor Village
$1,592/month
696 Sq Ft
North Lancaster
$1,191/month
663 Sq Ft
Sunnyslope
$1,479/month
710 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Salem, OR?

Because the average rent in Salem is $1,196, you’ll want to make about $3,986 per month or $47,832 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

City

Salem, OR

879 Available Apartments for Rent

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How does Salem, OR compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Salem, OR to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.

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Apartment Averages

Morningside

Salem, OR

Downtown Salem

Salem, OR

Studio
$1,008/month
$1,192/month
One Bedroom
$1,212/month
$1,314/month
Two Bedroom
$1,431/month
$2,048/month
Three Bedroom
$2,020/month
$3,095/month
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Apartment Communities in Salem We Think You'll Love

Eastpark Apartment Homes

Eastpark Apartment Homes

102 Greencrest St NE,
Salem, OR 97301

Studio - 3 Beds | $1,302 - $2,190

Crossings at Center Street

Crossings at Center Street

4704 Center St NE,
Salem, OR 97301

1-2 Beds | $1,495 - $1,825

LIBERTY CREST APARTMENTS

LIBERTY CREST APARTMENTS

1032 Big Mountain Avenue South,
Salem, OR 97306

2-3 Beds | $1,550 - $1,925

Willamette Estates

Willamette Estates

3900 Santiam Pass Way,
Salem, OR 97305

1-3 Beds | $1,249 - $2,049

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Salem?

The average rent in Salem is $1,196 per month, which is 28.1% lower than the national average of $1,663.

What is the average rent for a house in Salem?

The average rent for a house in Salem, OR is $2,283 per month.

What is the average rent for a townhome in Salem?

The average rent for a townhome in Salem, OR is $1,940 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Salem?

Rents in Salem, OR are decreasing, with prices down 0.3% year-over-year and $3 less per month.

What rent range is most common in Salem?

In Salem, OR, 54% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Oregon Salem Rental Trends

Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

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 June 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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