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17 S College Ave - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Downtown Salem house for rent in Salem

17 S College Ave, Salem, VA 24153

In-unit laundry | Dishwasher | Microwave

1 bed

1 bath

$1,450

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
231 Chestnut St #605 - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

Apartment for rent in Salem

On-site laundry | Central heat | Dishwasher

2 beds

1 bath

$995

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
500 Poage Ln #3 - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

Apartment for rent in Salem

On-site laundry | Central heat

1 bed

1 bath

$875

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
921 Delaware St - Photo 1 of 1
3D tour

5d+ ago

House for rent in Salem

Welcome Home to Salem! One-Level Living with Fenced Yard & Storage

921 Delaware St, Salem, VA 24153

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Fireplace

2 beds

1 bath

$1,323

Price dropped $100Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
502 Poage Ln #25 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in Salem

502 Poage Ln #25, Salem, VA 24153

On-site laundry | Central heat | Carpet

2 beds

1 bath

$1,025

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
502 Poage Ln #28 - Photo 1 of 1

4d ago

Apartment for rent in Salem

502 Poage Ln #28, Salem, VA 24153

On-site laundry | Central heat | Carpet

1 bed

1 bath

$925

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
The Crest Apartments - Photo 1 of 1
Highly rated

5h ago

8.8

Very good

The Crest Apartments

128 Rutledge Dr, Salem, VA 24153

Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Swimming pool

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$1,310–$3,175

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
420 Front Ave - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in Salem

420 Front Ave, Salem, VA 24153

Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Ceiling fan

2 beds

1 bath

$1,395

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
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1194 Mountain Ave #2 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in Salem

1194 Mountain Ave #2, Salem, VA 24153

2 beds

1 bath

$1,200

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
500 Yorkshire St #5 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in Salem

500 Yorkshire St #5, Salem, VA 24153

On-site laundry | Swimming pool

2 beds

1 bath

$1,299

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
411 Yorkshire St #9 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in Salem

411 Yorkshire St #9, Salem, VA 24153

On-site laundry | Swimming pool

1 bed

1 bath

$1,099

Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.

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2142 Ellison Ave - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

House for rent in Salem

2142 Ellison Ave, Salem, VA 24153

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

3 beds

1 bath

$1,700

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
501 Poplar Ave - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in Salem

Residential Lease, Salem, VA

501 Poplar Ave, Salem, VA 24153

In-unit laundry | Dishwasher

2 beds

1.5 baths

$1,400

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
754 Dalewood Ave - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in Salem

Residential Lease, Salem, VA

754 Dalewood Ave, Salem, VA 24153

Walk-in closets | Ceiling fan

1 bed

1 bath

$900

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
1511 Narcissus St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

House for rent in Salem

1511 Narcissus St, Salem, VA 24153

In-unit laundry | Microwave

4 beds

2.5 baths

$2,250

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.

5d+ ago

Townhouse for rent in Salem

1707 Ellis Ct #1, Salem, VA 24153

2 beds

1.5 baths

$1,450

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
A-D 2223 Bailey Ave - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

8.3

Very good

A-D 2223 Bailey Ave

2223 A-D 2223 Bailey Ave, Salem, VA 24153

Dishwasher | Oven

2 beds

1 bath

$1,400

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.

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

Salem Wood Apartments - Photo 1 of 1
Highly rated

5h ago

8.2

Very good

Salem Wood Apartments

100 Kimball Ave, Salem, VA 24153

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Balcony

2 beds

1 bath

$1,275–$3,135

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
Smith Ridge Commons - Photo 1 of 1
Income restricted

5d+ ago

9.9

Excellent

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Smith Ridge Commons

5035 Ridge Trail Run, Roanoke, VA 24019

Fitness center | Outdoor space

2–3 beds

2 baths

$1,143–$1,316

Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.

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3802 Panorama Ave NW - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

8.2

Very good

3802 Panorama Ave NW

3802 Panorama Ave Nw, Roanoke, VA 24017

Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Outdoor space

2 beds

1 bath

$895

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
2400 S Clearing Rd #NA - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

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McVitty Estate Carriage House For Rent with Utilities Included

2400 S Clearing Rd #NA, Salem, VA 24153

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking

3 beds

2.5 baths

$3,000

Price dropped $200Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.
4432 Peach Tree Dr Nw - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

Peachtree-Norwood house for rent in Roanoke

Spacious 2 Bedroom Home with Fenced Yard!

4432 Peach Tree Dr Nw, Roanoke, VA 24017

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Hardwood floor

2 beds

1 bath

$1,323

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
4005 Maine Ave Nw #1 - Photo 1 of 1

3d ago

Washington Heights house for rent in Roanoke

4005 Maine Ave. - 1

4005 Maine Ave Nw #1, Roanoke, VA 24017

3 beds

1 bath

$1,375

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
529 36th St Nw - Photo 1 of 1

3d ago

Wilmont house for rent in Roanoke

529 36th St Nw, Roanoke, VA 24017

Air conditioning | Hardwood floor | Outdoor space

4 beds

1 bath

$1,395

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
2604 Grandin Rd Sw #NA - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Grandin Court house for rent in Roanoke

$1,950 - 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom House In Roanoke With Great Amenities

2604 Grandin Rd Sw #NA, Roanoke, VA 24015

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Assigned parking

3 beds

2 baths

$1,950

Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.
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Updated: November 2, 2026

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Downtown Salem, Salem, VA apartments for rent

Average rent in Downtown Salem, Salem, VA

As of today, Downtown Salem's average rent price is $1,095 per month. See the Salem rent report.

Average rent

$1,095

Rentals, last 30 days

12

Average rent by unit type in Downtown Salem, Salem, VA, last 30 days
Unit typeAverage rentvs last year
All bedrooms$1,095/moN/A
1 bedroom$964/moN/A
2 bedroom$1,197/moN/A
3 bedroom$1,662/moN/A
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average rent in Downtown Salem, Salem?

The average rent in Downtown Salem, Salem is $1,095 a month. 1-bedrooms average $964 and 2-bedrooms $1,197, based on rentals listed on Zumper in the last 30 days. See the Salem rent report.

How much rent can I afford in Downtown Salem, Salem?

You'd need to earn about $38,560 a year to afford an average 1-bedroom here ($964 a month), with rent at 30% of your income. Try the rent calculator with your own numbers.

Methodology: How we got this data

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

Zumper, founded in 2012, is North America’s largest privately-owned rental platform, offering over 1 million listings across the U.S. and Canada. Stay informed on the latest trends and shifts in the rental market with our monthly National Rent Report, your go-to resource for key insights into the evolving rental landscape.

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