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20 Central St #308 - Photo 1 of 1

1h ago

Downtown Salem condo for rent in Salem

20 Central St #308, Salem, MA 01970

In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site laundry

1 bed

1 bath

$1,590

The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.
14 New Derby - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

9

Excellent

14 New Derby

14 New Derby St, Salem, MA 01970

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry

1 bed

1 bath

$2,000–$2,295

The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.
Historic 1 Harbor St - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

8.2

Very good

Historic 1 Harbor St

1 Harbor St, Salem, MA 01970

Balcony | Assigned parking | Central heat

1 bed

1 bath

$1,850

The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.
Pickering Wharf Complex, LLC - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

8.1

Very good

Pickering Wharf Complex, LLC

57 Wharf St, Salem, MA 01970

2 beds

1 bath

$2,975

The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.
257 Washington St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Downtown Salem apartment for rent in Salem

2 beds

1 bath

$2,400

The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.
Washington St #16 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Downtown Salem apartment for rent in Salem

Washington St #16, Salem, MA 01970

On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Hardwood floor

1 bed

1 bath

$2,200

The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.

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Hardwood Floor

Assigned Parking

Dishwasher

On-Site Laundry

Washington St #03 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Downtown Salem apartment for rent in Salem

Washington St #03, Salem, MA 01970

On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Hardwood floor

1 bed

1 bath

$2,100

The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.
116 Lafayette St #303 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Downtown Salem condo for rent in Salem

116 Lafayette St #303, Salem, MA 01970

On-site laundry | On-site management

1 bed

5 baths

$1,250

The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.
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257 Washington St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Downtown Salem apartment for rent in Salem

1 bed

1 bath

$2,200

The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.
116 Lafayette St #301 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Downtown Salem house for rent in Salem

116 Lafayette St #301, Salem, MA 01970

On-site laundry | On-site management

1 bed

5 baths

$1,250

The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.
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116 Lafayette St #317 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Downtown Salem house for rent in Salem

116 Lafayette St #317, Salem, MA 01970

On-site laundry | On-site management

1 bed

5 baths

$1,250

The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.
12 Dow Street, Salem MA - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

7.8

Very good

12 Dow Street, Salem MA

12 Dow St, Salem, MA 01970

1 bed

1 bath

$1,900

The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.
182 Lafayette Street Salem, MA 01970 - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

8.4

Very good

182 Lafayette Street Salem, MA 01970

182 Lafayette St, Salem, MA 01970

Studio

1 bath

$1,650

The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.
56 Peabody St #3E - Photo 1 of 1

1h ago

Apartment for rent in Salem

56 Peabody St #3E, Salem, MA 01970

On-site laundry | Hardwood floor | Controlled access

2 beds

1 bath

$1,799

The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.
117 North St ##1 - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

North Salem apartment for rent in Salem

In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Assigned parking

1 bed

1 bath

$2,300

The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.
39 Salem St #U1 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in Salem

39 Salem St #U1, Salem, MA 01970

Assigned parking | Hardwood floor

3 beds

1 bath

$2,750

The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.

Find sweet deals near Downtown Salem

These rentals are 10%-30% cheaper than the local average price for similar rentals.

12 Woodbury Ct - Photo 1 of 1

4d ago

Salem Neck townhouse for rent in Salem

3BR Townhome | Quick Walk to Commuter Rail & Downtown | 2 Parking Spaces

12 Woodbury Ct, Salem, MA 01970

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry

3 beds

2 baths

$3,950

$3,650

Price drop

The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.
17 Beckford St ##4 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Federal Street apartment for rent in Salem

In-unit laundry | Assigned parking | Central heat

1 bed

1 bath

$2,100

The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.
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7 Andrew St #14 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Salem Neck apartment for rent in Salem

Residential Lease, Salem, MA

7 Andrew St #14, Salem, MA 01970

In-unit laundry | Storage

1 bed

1 bath

$2,250

The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.
11 Pearl St #A - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Salem Neck apartment for rent in Salem

Residential Lease, Salem, MA

11 Pearl St #A, Salem, MA 01970

On-site laundry | Storage | High ceilings

1 bed

1 bath

$2,800

The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.
90 Congress Street #4R - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Condo for rent in Salem

90 Congress Street #4R, Salem, MA 01970

In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Hardwood floor

3 beds

1 bath

$2,500

The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.
44 Park St #4 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in Salem

3 beds

1 bath

$2,600

The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.
11 S Mason St #6 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

North Salem condo for rent in Salem

11 S Mason St #6, Salem, MA 01970

In-unit laundry | Furnished | Assigned parking

2 beds

2.5 baths

$3,600

The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.
10 Porter Street Ct - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in Salem

3 beds

1 bath

$2,695

The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.
10 Porter Street Ct #2 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in Salem

NO FEE! BUDGET FRIENDLY 3 BR, WATER INC., PET FRIENDLY!

10 Porter Street Ct #2, Salem, MA 01970

On-site laundry | Hardwood floor | Storage

3 beds

1 bath

$2,695

The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.
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Updated: October 4, 2026

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Downtown Salem, Salem, MA apartments for rent

Renting in Downtown Salem, Salem, MA at a glance

As of today, Downtown Salem's median rent price is $2,100 per month.

Median rent

$2,100

Rentals, last 30 days

11

Rent by unit type
SizeValueYoY
All bedrooms$2,100N/A
1 bedroom$2,100N/A
2 bedroom$2,600N/A
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Why Downtown Salem, Salem is a great place to live

Downtown Salem is a hub for renters seeking an active social life. Our analysis of the area's amenities and attractions reveals that its high walk score, frequent transit options, and safe environment make it an ideal neighborhood for those who value community and connection. Additionally, the area's diverse age distribution and well-maintained street infrastructure contribute to its appeal. With plenty of opportunities to engage with others and explore the neighborhood on foot or by public transportation, Downtown Salem is an excellent choice for renters looking to immerse themselves in a vibrant social scene.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment Downtown Salem, Salem, MA?

Based on Zumper's July 2026 data, one-bedroom apartments in Downtown Salem average around $1,910/month, down 15.2% year over year.

What is the average rent for a 2-bedroom apartment Downtown Salem, Salem, MA?

Based on Zumper's July 2026 data, two-bedroom apartments in Downtown Salem average approximately $3,010/month, up 1.3% year over year.

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Salem, Salem, MA?

Based on Zumper's July 2026 data, Downtown Salem apartments average around $2,660/month across all property types, up 4.8% year over year. Studios run about $1,500/month, one-bedrooms approximately $1,910/month, and two-bedrooms close to $3,010/month.

What is the average apartment size in Downtown Salem, Salem, MA?

In our current listings, apartments in Downtown Salem average around 915 sqft across all unit types, with studios at about 288 sqft and one-bedrooms running approximately 592 sqft.

What type of apartment is most common in Downtown Salem, Salem, MA?

Based on our current listings, two-bedroom apartments are the most common rental type in Downtown Salem, with about 11 listings available monthly out of roughly 19 total units.

What type of apartment is least common inDowntown Salem, Salem, MA?

Based on our current listings, three-bedroom apartments are the least common rental type in Downtown Salem, with about 1 listing available monthly.

Methodology: How we got this data

Zumper’s proprietary rental data fuels our analysis. Rent and market trends, availability, neighborhood popularity, and lifestyle scores are all calculated using real-time and 2026 rental inventory and prices.

Our Lifestyle Categories ("great for eco-living," "great for social life," "great for pet owners," etc.) are determined by set criteria, against which we score each listing and its available features. At the neighborhood level, we calculate the listing count for each category to determine which lifestyles best fit each area.

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