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Highlights

  • Zero Deposit
  • Hardwood floors
  • White cabinetry
  • Onsite laundry
  • Stainless steel appliances
  • Gas stove
  • Non-smoking building

Location

157 Lafayette St, Salem, MA 01970, USA
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Management

Northfield Properties, LLC.

Leasing office

(978) 915-3351 ext. 2

Property Overview

157 Lafayette Street Salem, MA 01970 offers strong overall value with an 8.6 Zumper Expert Rating, backed by excellent scores for price, amenities, and location. It features hardwood floors, onsite laundry, ample closets, a spacious living area, non-smoking policies, and street parking, while also standing out for nearby pet services and solid proximity to top-rated elementary and middle schools.

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

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 157 Lafayette Street Salem, MA 01970 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 157 Lafayette Street Salem, MA 01970 has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • Middle school nearby
  • Elementary school nearby

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

0BR/1.0BAStudio1 bath430 sqft$1,850 /mo1 unit availableRenovated Studio Apartment in Downtown Salem ✨ $500 Security Deposit with Good Credit AND 6-WEEKS FREE RENT* *Must sign a 12-month lease prior to June 30th, 2026 Beautiful studio featuring hardwood floors, stainless steel appliances, white cabinetry, gas stove, decorative fireplace, and bright natural lighting throughout. Spacious living area with ample closet space and built-in dresser/vanity. Laundry onsite Cats welcome Non-smoking building Convenient to downtown Salem, restaurants, shops, and public transportation. Breed Restrictions & Weight Limits Apply Move-In Options: Obligo offers renters flexible alternatives to traditional security deposits, including no deposit, reduced deposit, or installment options, while ensuring landlords remain protected. FLEX Rent is a payment solution that allows tenants to split their monthly rent into smaller, more manageable installments instead of paying the full amount upfront. For more information or to schedule a tour: Jolene Griffin 978-641-3653 **** We are an Equal Housing Opportunity provider and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, familial status, age, military status, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, or receipt of public assistance, including housing vouchers.

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Amenities for 157 Lafayette Street Salem, MA 01970

Apartment Amenities

Heat, Hot Water

Appliances

RangeRefrigerator

Building

Cats OK

Grounds

Stove and Refrigerator
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Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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About 157 Lafayette Street Salem, MA 01970

HomeApartments in Salem 157 Lafayette Street Salem, MA 01970

Renovated Studio Apartment in Downtown Salem ✨ $500 Security Deposit with Good Credit AND 6-WEEKS FREE RENT* *Must sign a 12-month lease prior to June 30th, 2026 Beautiful studio featuring hardwood floors, stainless steel appliances, white cabinetry, gas stove, decorative fireplace, and bright natural lighting throughout. Spacious living area with ample closet space and built-in dresser/vanity. Laundry onsite Cats welcome Non-smoking building Convenient to downtown Salem, restaurants, shops, and public transportation. Breed Restrictions & Weight Limits Apply Move-In Options: Obligo offers renters flexible alternatives to traditional security deposits, including no deposit, reduced deposit, or installment options, while ensuring landlords remain protected. FLEX Rent is a payment solution that allows tenants to split their monthly rent into smaller, more manageable installments instead of paying the full amount upfront. For more information or to schedule a tour: Jolene Griffin 978-641-3653 **** We are an Equal Housing Opportunity provider and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, familial status, age, military status, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, or receipt of public assistance, including housing vouchers.


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.
8.6
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 157 Lafayette Street Salem, MA 01970 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 157 Lafayette Street Salem, MA 01970 has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 157 Lafayette Street Salem, MA 01970
Price·10A 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.
157 Lafayette Street Salem, MA 01970 offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A 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.
157 Lafayette Street Salem, MA 01970 goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including cats allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 157 Lafayette Street Salem, MA 01970 receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
157 Lafayette Street Salem, MA 01970 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 157 Lafayette Street Salem, MA 01970 does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A 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 level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

157 Lafayette Street Salem, MA 01970 is great for:

Pet owners

  • 2 dog parks within 1 mile
  • 10 pet supply stores near the property
  • 3 pet hospitals in the area
  • 2 pet grooming services nearby

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 157 Lafayette Street Salem, MA 01970 compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
Studio units are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.2 mile away
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.3 mile away

Considerations

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Rent trends in Salem

studio apartments at 157 Lafayette Street Salem, MA 01970 cost about the same as the average rent price for studio apartments in Salem.

Median rents as of Jun 20 2026.
Salem
A table of studio rental data trends in Salem
MonthMedian Rent
July 2024$1,750
August 2024$1,837
September 2024$1,862
October 2024$1,868
November 2024$1,825
December 2024$1,591
January 2025$1,556
February 2025$1,600
March 2025$1,630
April 2025$1,712
May 2025$1,675
June 2025$1,681
July 2025$1,650
August 2025$1,866
September 2025$1,702
October 2025$1,835
November 2025$1,800
December 2025$1,818
January 2026$1,799
February 2026$1,850
March 2026$1,868
April 2026$1,975
May 2026$1,855
June 2026$1,850

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Bedrooms

Studio

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

$74,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $74,000 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $1,850.
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Schools near 157 Lafayette Street Salem, MA 01970

Saltonstall School

211 lafayette st

salem, MA, 1970

K-8Public
C+

Bentley Academy Charter School

25 memorial dr

salem, MA, 1970

K-5Public
C-

Salem Early Childhood

25 memorial dr

salem, MA, 1970

PKPublic

Carlton Elementary School

10 skerry st

salem, MA, 1970

K-5Public
B-

Horace Mann Laboratory School

79 willson st

salem, MA, 1970

PK, K-5Public
C
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Getting around Salem near 157 Lafayette St

Walking

8/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

6/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 157 Lafayette St, Salem

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

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