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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Spacious apartment homes
  • Picnic area
  • Children's playground
  • 2 two bedroom
  • 20 two bedroom units
  • 1 two bedroom

Location

128 Rutledge Drive, Salem, Virginia 24153, United States
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Management

Management Services Corp

Leasing office

(540) 387-3411

Open today 

10:00 am–3:00 pm ET

Property Overview

The Crest Apartments, rated 8.8 by Zumper, excels in providing a competitive price-to-value ratio and impressive amenities, with perfect scores in both areas. Its location, rated 9 out of 10, ensures convenience to various points of interest while maintaining a quiet environment ideal for remote work. Notable features include spacious homes, a picnic area, and a children's playground, along with a strong emphasis on pet friendliness and community engagement.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.4
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, The Crest Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Crest Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Images Available
  • Laundry available on site
  • Outdoor space

Great for

  • Work-from-home
  • Pet owners
  • Social life

Floor plans

One Bedroom One Bathroom1 bed1 bath580 sqft$1,220–$2,865 /mo1 Bedroom/1Bath
One Bedroom One Bathroom with Den1 bed1 bath650 sqft$1,245–$2,815 /mo1 Bedroom/1 Bath/Den
Two Bedroom One Bathroom2 bed1 bath820 sqft$1,285–$2,770 /mo3 units available2 Bedroom/1 Bath
Two Bedroom One Bathroom with Den2 bed1 bath890 sqft$1,340–$2,830 /mo2 Bedroom/1 Bath/Den
Three Bedroom Two Bathroom3 bed2 bath1,065 sqft$1,425–$3,230 /mo2 units available3 Bedroom/2 Bath

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Amenities for The Crest Apartments

Apartment Amenities

Air Conditioning

Tech

High-Speed Internet

Building

Business CenterCats OK
ClubhouseDogs OK
Onsite LaundryResidents Lounge
Roof Deck

Grounds

Outdoor SpacePlayground
Swimming Pool

Services

On-Site MaintenanceOn-Site Management
Package Service

Other

Short Term Lease
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

Application Fee

One-time. Agent application fee.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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OPTIONAL FEES

Parking Policy

Street

Surface Lot

Street

Parking Fee

Monthly. 2 streets max. Unassigned parking.

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Surface Lot

Parking Fee

Monthly. 2 surface lots max. Unassigned parking.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit2
Breed restrictionsYes

The Crest Apartments are pet friendly. We allow two pets per apartment. We do have breed restrictions and pets are limited to dogs and cats only. The weight limit for your dog is 60lbs on the 2nd and 3rd floor. Up to a 100 lbs on the first floor.

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit2

Cat

Pet Rent

Monthly. 2 cats max. The Crest Apartments are pet friendly. We allow two pets per apartment. We do have breed restrictions and pets are limited to dogs and cats only. The weight limit for your dog is 60lbs on the 2nd and 3rd floor. Up to a 100 lbs on the first floor.

$25

Pet Fee

One-time fee per pet.

$300

Dog

Pet Rent

Monthly. 2 dogs max. The Crest Apartments are pet friendly. We allow two pets per apartment. We do have breed restrictions and pets are limited to dogs and cats only. The weight limit for your dog is 60lbs on the 2nd and 3rd floor. Up to a 100 lbs on the first floor.

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Pet Fee

One-time fee per pet.

$300

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Building details

Property details

Year built1974
Units108
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About The Crest Apartments

HomeApartments in Salem The Crest Apartments

Adjacent to Longwood Park, our community includes a children's playground and picnic area that make a perfect space for family fun on beautiful afternoons. You will feel right at home in our spacious 1, 2, & 3 bedroom apartment homes. We offer recently renovated amenities in our apartments!


Year Built: 1974

Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.4
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, The Crest Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Crest Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated The Crest Apartments
Price·9A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
The Crest Apartments stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·10A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
The Crest Apartments stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
The Crest Apartments is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While The Crest Apartments does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The Crest Apartments provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Reviews from the web

Showing 8 highest rated

I got a self-guided tour in the apartments and it was amazing, so I decided to rent it! The service is excellent even I found some issues within move-in the management team has been responding perfectly! Thanks!

Luis Robledo

Luis Robledo

May 19, 2024

Lived here for about 2 years and moved out in January. Overall this place is great, conveniently located, super friendly staff, and most importantly, maintenance was always on top of their game for us and resolved various issues in a timely manner.

Balkan Builds

Balkan Builds

Jun 12, 2024

We’re sharing just 8 of many, sorted highest to lowest. Visit the Google business profile to view all reviews.

The Crest Apartments is great for:

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Common areas for meetings or remote work
  • Quiet environment with little noise pollution

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 1 pet hospital in the area
  • 1 pet grooming service nearby
  • 1 pet supply store near the property

Social life

  • Community gathering spaces on-site (lounges, rooftops, etc.)
  • This community has public spaces on site, like fitness centers or pools
  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • Diverse age groups live in this area

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 The Crest Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors
Package service
More secure storage for delivery
Pet friendly
This property allows pets

Considerations

No in-unit dishwasher
Dishwashers aren't available

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Rent trends in Salem

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 128% higher than 1-bedrooms in Salem.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at The Crest Apartments to be 31% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Salem.

3-bedroom apartments at The Crest Apartments cost about 13% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Salem.

Median rents as of Nov 29 2025.
Salem
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Salem
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$885
January 2024$928
February 2024$994
March 2024$975
April 2024$1,005
May 2024$1,029
June 2024$1,082
July 2024$1,057
August 2024$1,062
September 2024$1,119
October 2024$1,132
November 2024$1,424
December 2024$1,186
January 2025$1,072
February 2025$1,075
March 2025$1,174
April 2025$1,088
May 2025$1,050
June 2025$1,001
July 2025$996
August 2025$1,074
September 2025$973
October 2025$1,020
November 2025$980

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 128 Rutledge Drive?

Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$49,300/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $49,300 annually to afford this 1-bedroom median monthly rent price of $1,232.
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Schools near The Crest Apartments

G.W. Carver Elementary School

6 fourth st

salem, VA, 24153

PK, K-5Public
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Getting around Salem near 128 Rutledge Drive

Walking

4/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

3/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.

Transit

0/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.

Points of interest for 128 Rutledge Drive, Salem

Groceries

2/10
No grocery stores within walking distance

Shopping

3/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

1/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

2/10
No elementary schools within a 30-minute walk

High schools

3/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

2/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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