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    1 Carol Way, Salem, MA 01970
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    107 Linden, Salem, MA 01970
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    177 Fort Ave, Salem, MA 01970
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    187 Lafayette Street, Salem, MA 01970
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    332 Lafayette Street, Salem, MA 01970
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    321 Lafayette Street, Salem, MA 01970
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    WW 282 Derby Street LLC (Residential), Salem, MA 01970
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    72 Flint Street, Salem, MA 01970
    1 BED $2,505+
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    3-5 Rawlins Street, Salem, MA 01970
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    266 Canal Street, Salem, MA 01970
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    15 Essex Street, Salem, MA 01970
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    197 Fort Ave, Salem, MA 01970
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    206-212 Derby Street, Salem, MA 01970
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    12 Pope Street, Salem, MA 01970
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    233 Lafayette Street, Salem, MA 01827
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    327 Lafayette St, Salem, MA 01970
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    7 Daniels Street, Salem, MA 01970
    2 BEDS $3,250

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    190 Bridge Street, Salem, MA 01970
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    151 Jersey Street, Marblehead, MA 01945
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Salem, MA rent trends

Check out the average rent prices in Salem by neighborhood.

Compared to the national average rent of $1,750, the average rent in Salem, MA is $2,777.

Average rent in Salem, MA

$2,777/mo Salem, MA average rental price, September 2025
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The average monthly rent of apartments in Salem, MA is $2,777.

What's the typical rent budget in Salem, MA?

About 39% of apartment rents in Salem, MA range between $2,501-$3,000. Meanwhile, apartments around > $3,000 represent 35% of apartments. Around 23% of Salem’s apartments are in the $2,001-$2,500 price range. 3% of apartments are priced between $1,501-$2,000.

The largest share of rentals in Salem, MA (39%) fall between $2,501-$3,000 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

Getting around in Salem, MA

47 /100
Car-Dependent
29 /100
Some Transit
26 /100
Somewhat Bikeable
Walk Score®: 47, Transit Score®: 29, Bike Score®: 26

Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Salem, MA last updated?

Prices and availability in Salem, MA were last updated on 18 Nov 2025.

What are the best apartments in Salem, MA?

The best apartments in Salem, MA are: Bell North Shore, 107 Linden, 177 Fort Ave, 187 Lafayette Street and 248 Lafayette Street.

What is the average rent in Salem, MA?

The average rent in Salem, MA is $2,691.

What is the price range for a studio apartment in Salem, MA?

The price range for a studio apartment in Salem, MA is between $2,000 and $2,360.

What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Salem, MA?

The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Salem, MA is between $2,505 and $4,687.

What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Salem, MA?

The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Salem, MA is between $2,576 and $5,785.

What is the price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Salem, MA?

The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Salem, MA is between $2,576 and $5,785.

What type of rental buildings are in Salem, MA?

In Salem 49% of the housing is rented out compared to 51% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 18% of Salem’s apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 79% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 4% are single-family rentals.

What do typical apartment communities look like in Salem, MA?

The age and size of multifamily buildings are among the most visible characteristics of the rental market in a city.  In this case, the apartment buildings in Salem are about 39 years old, on average. Of these, 43% have been built since 2000, representing the newer options on the market and typically offering more amenities. Rental buildings in the city have an average height of 6 stories. About 54% of the rental communities here are low-rise, garden-style communities, 34% are mid-rises, and 24% are high-rise buildings. These are true especially for large-scale multifamily buildings with over 50 apartments.

What apartment floorplans are common in Salem, MA?

Rental apartments in Salem come in a range of sizes and floorplans. Studio apartments represent 6% of units for rent, ideal for singles, renters on a budget and people who value central locations more than space. Rentals with 1-bedroom floorplans make up 43% of the total apartments in the city, while 2-bedroom floorplans represent around 48% of all rentals in Salem. The rest are larger floorplans with 3 bedrooms or more, typically preferred by families, larger households or roommates sharing space.

Living in Salem, MA

Located on the northern coast of Massachusetts - surrounded by the 129-acre Salem Woods and with the Atlantic Ocean to the east - is the small, seaside destination of Salem. Tourists from around the world come to Salem to uncover its hidden history and quaint charm, and many visitors soon become renters. Rentals in Salem are 25 miles northeast of Boston, 65 miles east of Worcester, and 75 miles northeast of Providence, RI. The majority of careers to be found when renting in Salem are in the tourism, health care, retail and education industries. Specifically, North Shore Medical Center and Salem University employ the most renters. Salem is also where renters can sample fresh seafood, Japanese, Italian, Thai, Indian, Mexican and other cuisines from around the world.

Renting in Salem, MA

Renters in Salem tend to be younger, family-oriented professionals. The town is also extremely walkable and can be traversed by most renters within 30 minutes. However, when renting in Salem, every space is put to functional use: Rentals in Salem are near 26 basketball courts, 20 playgrounds, 15 baseball diamonds, eight tennis courts, seven public beaches, two public pools, 11 parks (including a dog park), a skate park and 11 pickleball courts. There are also countless museums; history and boating tours; historical sites; and guided tours of places like the Salem Witch Trials Walk and Pioneer Village. Meanwhile, renters will find highly desirable houses for rent on Derby Street and McIntire, whereas renters with young families who need to stay busy can look for houses for rent at Salem Common.

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Shopping in Salem, MA

There's a plethora of world-class, walkable retail destinations when renting in Salem. In particular, two favorite malls in Salem are Essex Street Pedestrian Mall and Northshore Mall. Rentals in Salem are also near many unique boutique shops, such as The Boutique, Salem Bespoke Boutique, Bewitched in Salem, and art galleries, like Artists' Row. Renters can also spend days listing off favorite restaurants, but among the many favorites are Firenze Trattoria, Howling Wolf Taqueria, Gulu-Gulu Café, Brodie's Seaport, Sea Level Oystery Bar, Rockafellas, Finz, and Essex's NY Pizza & Deli. Otherwise, for daily errands, renters in Salem go to Target, Walmart, Macy's, Marshalls and dollar stores. Grocery store options when renting in Salem include Steve's Quality Market; Marc's Market; Layfayette Market; Congress Street Market; Crosby's Marketplace; Shaw's; Stop & Shop; and Your Neighborhood Market.

Transportation in Salem, MA

Salem is very walkable and has a strong public transportation system provided by Massachusetts Bay Transit Authority. To get from Salem to Boston in less than 40 minutes, renters take the Newburyport-Rockport Line into North Station. Alternatively, Bus Route 450 takes renters to Wonderland; Route 451 takes renters to North Beverly; and Route 455 takes renters to Revere Beach. Or, renters can also take Salem Ferry to Boston in an hour. Meanwhile, the Blue Bikes program, provided by Metro Boston, lets renters rent a bike to specific destinations, while the Salem Trolley provides an hour-long tour of downtown Salem. Or, ridesharing services available to renters include Salem Skipper and Getaround Carshare Service. Finally, the closest major airport to Salem is Boston Logan International Airport (13 miles southwest via Route 107).

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