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Highlights
- Central heating and cooling
- Nearby restaurant
Location
5 Ober St, Salem, MA 01970, USA
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Contact
Desiree Taylor
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Amenities for 5 Ober St
Apartment Amenities
| Air Conditioning | Central Heat |
| Has Dedicated Parking Spot | Heating |
| Laundry Hook Up | Water |
Appliances
| Dishwasher |
Building
| Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Assigned Parking |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Parking Policy
Assigned Parking
Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
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About 5 Ober St
Welcome to this charming rental opportunity located in the heart of Salem, MA. This inviting property offers a wonderful blend of comfort and convenience, making it an ideal choice for anyone seeking a vibrant community to call home. Key features of the property include central heating and cooling, air conditioning, and ceiling fans to ensure year-round comfort. Though utilities such as gas, electricity, and water are not included, the functionality of the space allows for a personalized living experience. The location is unbeatable, just minutes from Salem Hospital, and within walking distance to the beautiful Ropes Mansion and Garden and Mack Park. Enjoy delightful meals at a nearby restaurant and take advantage of several department stores for all your shopping needs. Don’t miss the chance to experience everything this Salem rental has to offer. Schedule a showing today and see your new home!
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 5 Ober St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
Address details
| Zip code | 01970 |
|---|---|
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Salem
3-bedroom apartments at 5 Ober St cost about 12% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Salem.
Median rents as of Nov 29 2025.
Salem
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | $2,766 |
| January 2024 | $2,700 |
| February 2024 | $2,975 |
| March 2024 | $3,025 |
| April 2024 | $3,025 |
| May 2024 | $3,000 |
| June 2024 | $2,500 |
| September 2024 | $2,881 |
| October 2024 | $2,900 |
| November 2024 | $3,260 |
| December 2024 | $3,225 |
| January 2025 | $3,256 |
| February 2025 | $3,287 |
| March 2025 | $3,080 |
| April 2025 | $3,262 |
| May 2025 | $3,237 |
| June 2025 | $3,176 |
| July 2025 | $3,083 |
| August 2025 | $2,996 |
| September 2025 | $2,976 |
| October 2025 | $2,952 |
| November 2025 | $2,881 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 5 Ober St?
Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$128,000/yr
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Schools near 5 Ober St
Witchcraft Heights Elementary School
1 frederick st
salem, MA, 1970
K-5Public
C
Horace Mann Laboratory School
79 willson st
salem, MA, 1970
PK, K-5Public
C
Bates Elementary School
53 liberty hill ave
salem, MA, 1970
PK, K-5Public
C+
Saltonstall School
211 lafayette st
salem, MA, 1970
K-8Public
C+
Carlton Elementary School
10 skerry st
salem, MA, 1970
K-5Public
B-
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Neighborhood
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around Salem near 5 Ober St
Walking
7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 5 Ober St, Salem
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk
Shopping
6/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
6/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
5/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
3/10
Some bars within walking distance
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Tedeschi Food Shops
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Michelle's Market
85 Main St
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103 School St
Barbiero Food Import Enterprises
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Boston Street Children's Resale
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Hyman's-Pennyworth's
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Legendlegend
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Metro Cleaners
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Estilo Mulher
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Dunkin'
68 Boston St
Breaking Grounds Cafe
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Coffee Craven Craig
24 Main St
Dunkin'
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Dunkin'
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Gregory's Lounge
50 Walnut St
Maki Sushi Bar & Grill
43 Main St
Brodies Pub
10 1/2 Lowell St
Spare Time Tavern
63 Foster St
The NexMex Thing
5 Central St
Eva's Pastries Inc
27 Albion St
A & J King Artisan Bakers
139 Boston St
Blue Ribbon Cake
118 Boston St
Peabody Bread
168 Main St
Ilsa Cakes
1 Boston St
Main Street Cemetery
Gallows Hill Park
Mansell Playground
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Kikis Chinese Food
127 Boston St
Dairy Witch Ice Cream
117 Boston St
Dunkin'
68 Boston St
Ristorante Eclano
54 Boston St
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