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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Playground
  • Washer and dryer
  • Basketball courts
  • Picnic area
  • Covered parking

Location

694 Rural Ave S, Salem, OR 97302, USA|South Central
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Management

Princeton Property Management Inc.

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Leasing office

(503) 694-3717

Open 

Tuesday 9:00 am–5:00 pm PT

Property Overview

Fairmount Park Apartments stands out as a highly rated option with strong overall value, excellent amenities, and a well-regarded location and quality score. It also offers useful features like air conditioning, washer and dryer, covered parking, basketball courts, a playground, and a picnic area, along with nearby outdoor space and pet-related conveniences.

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

9.6
Excellent
Earning an outstanding 9.6 out of 10 overall rating, Fairmount Park Apartments is a shining example of a what an exceptional rental property looks like. Most noteworthy, it excels at Amenities and Location—these two characteristics alone make this property an excellent choice for anyone seeking an elevated lifestyle with few trade-offs.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • High school nearby
  • Balcony

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Standard1 bed1 bath850 sqft$1,395 /mo
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Large1 bed1 bath1,000 sqft$1,395 /mo
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath2 bed1 bath1,038 sqft$1,550 /mo3 units available
2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath2 bed1.5 bath1,170 sqft$1,600 /mo
3 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath3 bed1.5 bath1,300 sqft$1,850 /mo1 unit available
3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath3 bed2.5 bath1,800 sqft$2,200 /mo

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Amenities for Fairmount Park Apartments

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningBalcony

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Fitness Center

Grounds

Assigned ParkingGarage Parking
Outdoor SpaceStorage

Services

On-Site Management
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

Per-applicant. Agent application fee.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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OPTIONAL FEES

Parking Policy

Garage Parking

Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit2

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit2

Cat

Cat Deposit

One-time. 2 cats max. Refund Policy: $400.00.

$400

Cat Rent

Monthly. Refund Policy: Non-refundable.

$35

Dog

Dog Deposit

One-time. 2 dogs max. Refund Policy: $400.00.

$400

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Building details

Property details

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About Fairmount Park Apartments

HomeApartments in SalemSouth Central Fairmount Park Apartments

WELCOME HOME TO FAIRMOUNT PARK Fairmount Park Apartments is located in beautiful South-Central Salem. Love the outdoors? The Fairmount Park Trail begins right at the community winding its way down to Minto Brown Island Park. This 1,200-acre park includes a playground, picnic tables, off leash dog park, basketball courts, and a ball field. Our small community offers amazing views of the valley from a private balcony or patio. Some of our apartment homes have been upgraded with Quartz counters, white soft closing cabinets and updated flooring. Our One, Two and Three-bedroom apartments range from 850 square feet to 1,800 square feet and feature an open floor plan with washer and dryer and air conditioning. In addition, residents will also enjoy an outdoor community space with bocci ball, and picnic area. And for your convenience we also have covered parking. Call for a tour today!


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.
9.6
/10
Excellent
Earning an outstanding 9.6 out of 10 overall rating, Fairmount Park Apartments is a shining example of a what an exceptional rental property looks like. Most noteworthy, it excels at Amenities and Location—these two characteristics alone make this property an excellent choice for anyone seeking an elevated lifestyle with few trade-offs.
How we rated Fairmount Park 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.
Fairmount Park 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.
Fairmount Park 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·10A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Fairmount Park Apartments offers residents unparalleled convenience to popular points of interest, transportation, schools, and more, which provide an elevated quality of life. Communication with management is usually quick and easy, allowing for a more expedited application and renting process, saving you time and money.
Quality·10A 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.
Fairmount Park Apartments has notable characteristics that give it an edge. It is a verified property that stands out from others nearby as an exceptional choice for renters looking for a specific lifestyle. Offering a combination of prestige, modernity, and tailored living experiences, residents can expect nothing short of excellence at Fairmount Park Apartments.
Trustworthiness·9A 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.
Fairmount Park Apartments has gone above and beyond to craft a useful, detailed description, demonstrating transparency and trustworthiness, and giving renters a clear picture of what to expect from the property and its management, so they can make an informed decision about whether the rental meets their needs.

Reviews from the web

Showing 8 highest rated

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People Vids Info

People Vids Info

Sep 25, 2019

Very happy living at Fairmount Park as: Responsive management (Cheyenne ), good value, close to hiking trails /Mento Brown, large windows with beautiful view, covered parking, quiet residents, new fitness center, semi close to downtown yet away from traffic.... :)

Lynn Marsh

Lynn Marsh

Dec 02, 2024

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

Fairmount Park Apartments is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 3 pet supply stores near the property
  • 1 pet grooming service 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 Fairmount Park Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 3-bedroom is 339 sqft larger than other listings nearby
More space
The 1-bedroom is 315 sqft larger than other listings nearby
More space
The 2-bedroom is 204 sqft larger than other listings nearby
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.7 miles away
Balcony
Easy access to the outdoors
Extra storage
In-unit features
Fitness center
The gym is just a few steps away
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this property

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1.8 miles away
Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.6 miles away
No in-unit dishwasher
Dishwashers aren't available

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Rent trends in South Central

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 16% higher than 1-bedrooms in South Central.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Fairmount Park Apartments to be 22% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in South Central.

3-bedroom apartments at Fairmount Park Apartments cost about 6% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in South Central.

Median rents as of Oct 17 2026.
South Central
Salem
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Salem
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$1,198
December 2024$1,196
January 2025$1,150
February 2025$1,156
March 2025$1,140
April 2025$1,100
May 2025$1,100
June 2025$1,137
July 2025$1,150
August 2025$1,150
September 2025$1,142
October 2025$1,150
November 2025$1,150
December 2025$1,130
January 2026$1,125
February 2026$1,142
March 2026$1,150
April 2026$1,137
May 2026$1,103
June 2026$1,097
July 2026$1,098
August 2026$1,105
September 2026$1,112
October 2026$1,098
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in South Central
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$1,095
December 2024$1,107
January 2025$1,114
February 2025$1,095
March 2025$1,095
April 2025$1,095
May 2025$1,095
June 2025$1,095
July 2025$1,095
August 2025$1,097
September 2025$1,104
October 2025$1,104
November 2025$1,097
December 2025$1,095
January 2026$1,113
February 2026$1,095
March 2026$1,094
April 2026$1,106
May 2026$1,103
June 2026$1,122
July 2026$1,095
August 2026$1,095
September 2026$1,232
October 2026$1,197

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Schools near Fairmount Park Apartments

McKinley Elementary School

466 mcgilchrist st se

salem, OR, 97302

K-5Public
C+

Oregon School for the Deaf

999-a locust st ne

salem, OR, 97303

K-12Public

North Santiam Options Academy

757 w locust st

stayton, OR, 97383

K-12Public
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Neighborhood

South Central | Salem, OR

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Salem near 694 Rural Ave S

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

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

Transit

2/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 694 Rural Ave S, Salem

Groceries

4/10
At least one grocery store within a 30-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

6/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

7/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 694 Rural Ave S

Roth's Fresh Markets
3045 Commercial St SE
Salem Public Market
1240 Rural Ave SE
Fred Meyer
3450 Commercial St SE
Salem Saturday Market
1320 Waller St SE
Safeway
1455 Edgewater St NW

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