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One Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Salem, MA

214 Rentals
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  1. Building Photo - Hawthorne Commons
    1 Month Free
    1 Month Free
    |
    1 BED
    $2,193
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,193 - $4,745
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$2,193 - $4,745

    Hawthorne Commons

    205 Highland Ave, Salem, MA 01970
    (351) 666-6013
  2. Building Photo - The Beverly Collection: The Block
    1 Month Free
    1 Month Free
    |
    1 BED
    $2,560
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,560 - $3,380
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$2,560 - $3,380

    The Beverly Collection: The Block

    140 Rantoul St, Beverly, MA 01915
    (978) 705-9671
  3. Rent Special
    Rent Special
    |
    1 BED
    $2,925
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,925 - $3,995
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$2,925 - $3,995

    Amara

    6 Rantoul St, Beverly, MA 01915
    (978) 662-0916
  5. Building Photo - Traders Row
    1 BED
    $2,278
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,278 - $2,840
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$2,278 - $2,840
         - 12 Month Lease

    Traders Row

    45 Traders Way, Salem, MA 01970
    (978) 543-1623
  7. 1 BED
    $2,241
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,241 - $2,710
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$2,241 - $2,710
         - 12 Month Lease

    Halstead Salem Station

    72 Flint St, Salem, MA 01970
    (351) 999-8695
  8. 1 BED
    $2,329
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,329 - $2,817
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$2,329 - $2,817

    Lore

    266 Canal St, Salem, MA 01970
    (978) 981-3999
  11. Building Photo - Bell North Shore
    1 BED
    $2,396
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,396 - $3,867
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$2,396 - $3,867

    Bell North Shore

    One Carol Way, Salem, MA 01970
    (978) 981-4280
  15. 1 BED
    $2,681
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,681 - $4,874
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$2,681 - $4,874

    The Landing at Vinnin Square

    330 Paradise Rd, Swampscott, MA 01907
    (781) 808-2261
  22. 1 BED
    $2,200
    Plus Fees

    39 Railroad

    39 Railroad Ave, Beverly, MA 01915
  25. 1 BED
    $2,495
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,495
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,495

    The Westcott Swampscott

    125 Essex St, Swampscott, MA 01907
  26. 1 BED
    $1,900
    Plus Fees - 12 Month Lease

    Terrace Gardens

    2 Esquire Dr, Peabody, MA 01960
  31. Building Photo - 10 Mall St
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $2,350
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,350
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,350
         - 12 Month Lease

    10 Mall St Unit 3rd Floor

    10 Mall St, Salem, MA 01970
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  33. Building Photo - 39 Essex St
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $2,600
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,600
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,600
         - 12 Month Lease

    39 Essex St Unit 2

    39 Essex St, Salem, MA 01970
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  34. Building Photo - 25 Becket St
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $2,200
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,200
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,200
         - 2 Month Lease

    25 Becket St Unit 2

    25 Becket St, Salem, MA 01970
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  35. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,750
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,750 - $1,850
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,750 - $1,850
         - 12 Month Lease

    36 Endicott St Unit 1R

    36 Endicott St, Salem, MA 01970
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  36. 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
         - 6 Month Lease

    36 Stone St Unit 3

    36 Stone St, Beverly, MA 01915
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  37. 1 BED, 1.5 BATHS
    $2,800
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,800
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,800
         - 3 Month Lease

    50-1 Barr St

    50-1 Barr St, Salem, MA 01970
  38. Building Photo - 35 Walter St
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $2,150
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,150
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,150
         - 12 Month Lease

    35 Walter St Unit 2

    35 Walter St, Salem, MA 01970
  39. Building Photo - 160 Federal St
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,725
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,725
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,725

    160 Federal St

    160 Federal St, Salem, MA 01970
  40. Building Photo - 15 Lynde St
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,650
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,650
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,650

    15 Lynde St Unit 22

    15 Lynde St, Salem, MA 01970
  41. 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

    260 Washington St Unit 23

    260 Washington St, Salem, MA 01970
  42. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $2,350
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,350
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,350

    55 Buffum St Unit 2

    55 Buffum St, Salem, MA 01970
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Salem at a Glance

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$2,183
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Some Transit

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Salem, MA Apartments for Rent

Salem, Massachusetts combines centuries of history with modern coastal living. Located 15 miles northeast of Boston, this walkable city offers easy access to the metropolitan area via commuter rail, bus routes, and seasonal ferry service. The compact downtown puts museums, historic sites, and waterfront attractions within easy reach of most rental properties.

Housing options include apartments in restored historic buildings and newer developments, particularly near Salem State University and along the waterfront. The Chestnut Street District and Federal Street District showcase preserved architecture from the city's maritime era. With average one-bedroom apartment rents around $2,163, Salem offers a more cost-effective alternative to Boston living.

Residents enjoy proximity to Salem Willows Park, the renowned Peabody Essex Museum, and year-round cultural events. The city's historic waterfront, museums, and preserved colonial architecture create a distinctive setting for apartment living, while maintaining convenient access to Boston's employment and entertainment options.

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Getting Around Salem

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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

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
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

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
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Education

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Salem High

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
888 Students
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Salem - New Liberty Innovation School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
56 Students
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Salem Prep High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
14 Students
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Collins Middle

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
612 Students
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Witchcraft Heights Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
455 Students
GreatSchools Rating
Carlton Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
246 Students

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