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  1. Building Photo - Lore
    1 Month Free
    1 Month Free
    |
    STUDIO
    $2,199+
    1 BED
    $2,390+
    2 BEDS
    $2,995+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,199 - $3,665
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$2,199 - $3,665

    Lore

    266 Canal St, Salem, MA 01970
    (978) 981-3999
  2. Building Photo - Hawthorne Commons
    1 Month Free
    1 Month Free
    |
    1 BED
    $2,263+
    2 BEDS
    $2,714+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,263 - $8,559
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$2,263 - $8,559

    Hawthorne Commons

    205 Highland Ave, Salem, MA 01970
    (351) 666-6013
  3. Rent Special
    Rent Special
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    1 BED
    $2,925+
    2 BEDS
    $3,495+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,925 - $4,600
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$2,925 - $4,600

    Amara

    6 Rantoul St, Beverly, MA 01915
    (978) 662-0916
  5. Building Photo - Traders Row
    1 BED
    $2,278+
    2 BEDS
    $2,791+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,278 - $3,475
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$2,278 - $3,475
         - 12 Month Lease

    Traders Row

    45 Traders Way, Salem, MA 01970
    (978) 543-1623
  6. Building Photo - Halstead Salem Station
    1 BED
    $2,490+
    2 BEDS
    $3,095+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,490 - $3,260
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$2,490 - $3,260
         - 12 Month Lease

    Halstead Salem Station

    72 Flint St, Salem, MA 01970
    (351) 999-8695
  12. Building Photo - Bell North Shore
    1 BED
    $2,371+
    2 BEDS
    $2,785+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,371 - $3,911
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$2,371 - $3,911

    Bell North Shore

    One Carol Way, Salem, MA 01970
    (978) 981-4280
  16. STUDIO
    $2,338+
    1 BED
    $2,429+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,338 - $2,962
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$2,338 - $2,962

    The Beverly Collection: Canvas

    199-211 Rantoul St, Beverly, MA 01915
    (978) 969-4807
  18. 1 BED
    $2,695+
    2 BEDS
    $3,412+
    3 BEDS
    $4,795+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,695 - $8,709
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$2,695 - $8,709

    The Landing at Vinnin Square

    330 Paradise Rd, Swampscott, MA 01907
    (781) 808-2261
  21. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,850
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,850
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,850
         - 3 Month Lease

    40 Winthrop St Unit 1

    40 Winthrop St, Salem, MA 01970
    (978) 915-8518
  22. 2 BEDS, 1.5 BATHS
    $3,050
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,050
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$3,050
         - 12 Month Lease

    33 Home St

    33 Home St, Beverly, MA 01915
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  23. Building Photo - River Properties
    1 BED
    $2,495+
    2 BEDS
    $2,800+
    Plus Fees

    River Properties

    70-92 Boston St, Salem, MA 01970
  25. 1 BED
    $2,200
    Plus Fees

    39 Railroad

    39 Railroad Ave, Beverly, MA 01915
  29. 2 BEDS
    $2,799
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,799 - $3,436
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,799 - $3,436

    The Westcott Swampscott

    125 Essex St, Swampscott, MA 01907
  30. 1 BED
    $1,900+
    2 BEDS
    $2,425+
    Plus Fees - 12 Month Lease

    Terrace Gardens

    2 Esquire Dr, Peabody, MA 01960
  36. Building Photo - 5 Piedmont St
    3 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS
    $8,924
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$8,499
    Required Monthly Fees$425
    Total Monthly Price$8,924

    5 Piedmont St Unit SI ID1364233P

    5 Piedmont St, Salem, MA 01970
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Some Transit

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Salem, MA Apartments for Rent

Salem is a historic coastal city on the North Shore of Greater Boston, famous for its maritime heritage and home to the Peabody Essex Museum and Salem Maritime National Historic Site. If you're searching for apartments for rent in Salem, you'll discover everything from converted historic buildings in the Federal Street District to contemporary apartment communities near Salem State University and the downtown waterfront. The city's walkable neighborhoods and well-preserved architecture create an authentic New England setting for renters who want coastal living with deep historical roots.

Renting in Salem means easy access to both local attractions and Greater Boston, with MBTA commuter rail service connecting you directly to North Station in about 30 minutes. Downtown offers great dining and shopping along Essex Street, while Salem Willows Park and Winter Island Marine Park provide waterfront recreation. Popular neighborhoods include the Derby Waterfront District near the seasonal Salem Ferry terminal, the Charter Street Historic District, and residential areas in South Salem. With Salem State University right in town and quick access to Route 1A and Route 128, renters enjoy local job opportunities plus reasonable commutes to Boston and other North Shore communities.

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84

Very Walkable

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You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you need a car.
62

Bikeable

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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you'll most likely want your car for most errands.
34

Some Transit

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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
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Salem High

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Salem - New Liberty Innovation School

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Salem Prep High School

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Collins Middle

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Carlton Elementary School

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Witchcraft Heights Elementary School

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Frequently asked questions about renting in Salem, MA

What are the average rent costs in Salem, MA?

The average rent in Salem, MA is $2,202.

What are the average rent costs of a studio apartment in Salem, MA?

The average rent for a studio apartment in Salem, MA is $1,654.

What are the average rent costs of a one bedroom apartment in Salem, MA?

The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Salem, MA is $2,202.

What are the average rent costs of a two bedroom apartment in Salem, MA?

The average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment in Salem, MA is $2,680.

What are the average rent costs of a three bedroom apartment in Salem, MA?

The average rent for a 3 bedroom apartment in Salem, MA is $3,165.

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