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    Fountain Court

    928-990 Fir St S, Salem, OR 97302
  11. Building Photo - Cartwright Apartments
    Rent Special
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    STUDIO
    $1,585+
    1 BED
    $1,850+
    2 BEDS
    $1,850+

    Cartwright Apartments

    120 Bush St S, Salem, OR 97302
  13. Building Photo - Rivenwood
    Good Value
    STUDIO
    $1,298+
    1 BED
    $1,625+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,298 - $1,899
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,298 - $1,899

    Rivenwood

    424 Center St NE, Salem, OR 97301
    (866) 554-7642
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    STUDIO
    $1,515+
    1 BED
    $1,760+
    2 BEDS
    $2,048+
    3 BEDS
    $2,821+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,515 - $3,205
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$1,515 - $3,205

    South Block Apartments

    315 Commercial St SE, Salem, OR 97301
    (503) 967-8154
  19. Building Photo - The Meridian Apartments
    Good Value
    1 BED
    $1,825+
    2 BEDS
    $1,895+
    3 BEDS
    $2,599+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,825 - $4,040
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,825 - $4,040

    The Meridian Apartments

    777 Commercial St SE, Salem, OR 97301
    (971) 272-8435
  20. Building Photo - 444 Gaines St NE
    2 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS
    $1,990
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,990
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,990

    444 Gaines St NE

    444 Gaines St NE, Salem, OR 97301
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When looking for cheap apartments in Downtown Salem, Apartment Finder is your deal-hunting partner. Whether you’re looking for a studio, a one-bedroom, or a two-bedroom apartment, you want the best place at the right price. We have a great selection of budget-friendly apartments for rent, and we’ll show you which apartments offer the best value when compared to other apartments in Downtown Salem.

Finding a rental that fits your budget without compromising on quality can seem like a challenge, but Apartment Finder makes it easy to discover cheap apartments with all the features you want. To find an apartment you can afford, try looking in less popular neighborhoods outside of the city center. Timing is everything when searching for rentals that are affordable, so look at different times of the day, different days of the week and (if you can wait) certain months like December through March. When you find an apartment with a great price, don’t hesitate! Cheap apartments tend to go very quickly.

Affordability doens't have to equal sacrifice. While it’s important to be flexible, you might not have to give up as much as you think. You can find a cheap apartment for rent, complete with must-have amenities such as paid utilities and an in-unit washer and dryer. Click on any of these properties to see photos and floor plans, read reviews, check out the rent calculator, and learn more about the neighborhood with information on nearby parks, shopping malls, and transit stops. With 21 cheap apartments available in Downtown Salem, Apartment Finder is the place to find your next rental.

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