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Spacious 2 Bedroom Blocks from Downtown Salem! Washer/Dryer included! Mini Split Heating/Air Conditioning! - Photo 1 of 1
3D tour

2d ago

8.4

Very good

Spacious 2 Bedroom Blocks from Downtown Salem! Washer/Dryer included! Mini Split Heating/Air Conditioning!

821 Cottage St Ne, Salem, OR 97301

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Balcony

2 beds

1 bath

$1,495

295 Church St Se #403 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Central Area condo for rent in Salem

295 Church St Se #403, Salem, OR 97301

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Storage

1 bed

1 bath

$1,975

Elaine Apartments - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

8.6

Very good

Elaine Apartments

879 Liberty St Ne, Salem, OR 97301

On-site laundry | Storage

1 bed

1 bath

$895

#236 CAPITOL MALL APARTMENTS - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

8.3

Very good

#236 CAPITOL MALL APARTMENTS

785 Winter St Ne, Salem, OR 97301

1–2 beds

1 bath

$1,125–$1,225

Liberty Street Apartments - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

9

Excellent

Liberty Street Apartments

807 Liberty St Se, Salem, OR 97302

2 beds

1 bath

$1,099

Salem Arts Building - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

9.1

Excellent

Salem Arts Building

155 Liberty St Ne, Salem, OR 97301

In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Elevator

Studio–2 beds

1 bath

$939–$1,625

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The Lee Apartments - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

9.1

Excellent

The Lee Apartments

585 Winter St Ne, Salem, OR 97301

Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking

Studio

1 bath

$1,050

The Interurban Apartments - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

8.6

Very good

The Interurban Apartments

1215 Chemeketa St Ne, Salem, OR 97301

Studio–1 bed

1 bath

$850–$1,100

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206- 990 Broadway Apartment Homes - Photo 1 of 1

3d ago

9.1

Excellent

206- 990 Broadway Apartment Homes

990 Broadway St Ne, Salem, OR 97301

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Microwave

Studio

1 bath

$1,125

772 Cottage St Ne #772 - Photo 1 of 1

4d ago

Central Area house for rent in Salem

SD-0111

772 Cottage St Ne #772, Salem, OR 97301

On-site laundry | Hardwood floor | Dishwasher

2 beds

1 bath

$1,350

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774 Cottage St Ne #774 - Photo 1 of 1

4d ago

Central Area apartment for rent in Salem

JG-0112

774 Cottage St Ne #774, Salem, OR 97301

On-site laundry | Balcony | Assigned parking

2 beds

1 bath

$1,600

440 State St #210 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Central Area apartment for rent in Salem

Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Dishwasher

Studio

1 bath

$1,200

843 Liberty St Ne - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Central Area apartment for rent in Salem

843 Liberty Street. NE

843 Liberty St Ne, Salem, OR 97301

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

Studio

1 bath

$900

728 Church St Ne #37 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Central Area apartment for rent in Salem

On-site laundry | Dishwasher

1 bed

1 bath

$995

Charming Multi - Photo 1 of 1
3D tour

3d ago

9.2

Excellent

Charming Multi

365 16th St Se, Salem, OR 97301

On-site laundry

2 beds

1 bath

$1,250

1611 State St #1611 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Northeast Neighbors house for rent in Salem

1 bed

1 bath

$1,295

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

1165 Hood St Ne #B - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Grant apartment for rent in Salem

On-site management | Business center | On-site laundry

1 bed

1 bath

$1,095

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RIVER VALLEY TERRACE - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

8.5

Very good

RIVER VALLEY TERRACE

640 River Valley Dr Nw, Salem, OR 97304

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Balcony

3 beds

2 baths

$1,550

Fairmount Park Apartments - Photo 1 of 1
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1d ago

9.6

Excellent

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Fairmount Park Apartments

694 Rural Ave S, Salem, OR 97302

Air conditioning | Garage parking | Balcony

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$1,395–$2,200

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Income restricted

3d ago

8

Very good

Highland Station

1262 Highland Ave Ne, Salem, OR 97301

In-unit laundry | Assigned parking | Dishwasher

2 beds

1 bath

$1,026

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5d+ ago

8.6

Very good

srsl01*

2540 Lee St Se, Salem, OR 97301

3 beds

1 bath

$1,550

1095 Donna Ave Ne - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

Highland house for rent in Salem

3 beds

2.5 baths

$3,395

1960 Yew St Se #1966 - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

South Central apartment for rent in Salem

1960-1966 Yew Street Southeast - 1966

1960 Yew St Se #1966, Salem, OR 97302

1 bed

1 bath

$1,400

640 Taybin Rd Nw #C - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

West Salem apartment for rent in Salem

640 Taybin Rd Nw #C, Salem, OR 97304

In-unit laundry | On-site management | Business center

1 bed

1 bath

$1,175

650 Breys Ave Ne - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Northeast Neighbors house for rent in Salem

2 beds

1 bath

$1,695

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Updated: September 18, 2026

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Central Area, Salem, OR apartments for rent

Renting in Central Area, Salem, OR at a glance

As of today, Central Area's median rent price is $1,112 per month.

Median rent

$1,112

Rentals, last 30 days

17

Rent by unit type
SizeValueYoY
All bedrooms$1,112N/A
1 bedroom$1,095N/A
2 bedroom$1,600N/A
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Why Central Area, Salem is a great place to live

Central Area in Salem is a top choice for renters who prioritize pet friendliness and social living. According to data, apartments in this neighborhood often feature pet-friendly amenities such as pet waste stations, dedicated pet spaces, and pet-safe windows. Additionally, many buildings allow pets without breed restrictions, making it an ideal location for pet owners. Central Area also scores high for social life, thanks to its well-developed street infrastructure, dense neighborhood population, and frequent transit options. With a strong walk score and emphasis on safety, this neighborhood is perfect for renters who value convenience, community, and getting out and about with friends.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment Central Area, Salem, OR?

Based on Zumper's July 2026 data, one-bedroom apartments in Central Area, Salem, OR average around $1,190/month, down 14.2% year over year.

What is the average rent for a 2-bedroom apartment Central Area, Salem, OR?

Based on Zumper's July 2026 data, two-bedroom apartments in Central Area, Salem, OR average approximately $1,300/month, down 25.5% year over year.

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Area, Salem, OR?

Based on Zumper's July 2026 data, Central Area rentals in Salem, OR average about $1,200/month across all property types, with rents running a little softer than last year at 14.3% below year-ago levels.

What is the average apartment size in Central Area, Salem, OR?

Based on our current listings, apartments in Central Area, Salem, OR average around 615 sqft across all unit types, with one-bedrooms running larger at approximately 653 sqft and two-bedrooms close to 819 sqft.

What type of apartment is most common in Central Area, Salem, OR?

Based on our current listings, one-bedroom apartments are the most common rental type in Central Area, Salem, OR with about 18 listings available monthly out of approximately 38 total units.

What type of apartment is least common inCentral Area, Salem, OR?

Based on our current listings, two-bedroom apartments are the least common rental type in Central Area, Salem, OR with about 8 listings 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.

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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Central Area, Salem, OR rental availability
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