Apartments For Rent in Salem, VA

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Apartments For Rent Near Salem, VA

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What Locals Say about Salem

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Salem, VA: easygoing mountain city living with safe streets, good schools, trails, and quick commutes. Residents praise safety, friendly vibe, parks and greenways, and short commutes. Some note holiday traffic, barking, local wildlife, and too few dog parks.
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  • Doris Jackson
    "It’s quiet safe friendly neighborhood no burglars no racing great area beautiful neighborhood great for kids "
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  • Shari.winebarger
    "Friendly, good schools, lots to do and see in the area. Great area for families. Can enjoy all four seasons. "
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  • Kc7b6d5c6m
    "safe and fun i love it here would recommend it’s a good place to live especially for big families with pets "
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  • Trulia User
    "Family lives in this area and I'm visiting, it's a city but with country charm and beauty, and beauty of the surrounding mountains!!! this area has so much to offer, and people are so friendly!!! "
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    "This is a small subdivision nested in older neighborhood. There is only one entrance so it make the place even more secluded "
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    "Houses are very close together, so it can be noisy sometimes when they are all barking, but other than that I guess it is OK though."
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  • Trulia User
    "Everyone is like family. We all looked after each other. It was like we all grew up together. It is very safe and family friendly around here."
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    "I’ve lived here my entire life and the neighbourhood is it’s own great community. Neighbours are friendly and everyone knows everyone and it’s a really great environment. "
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    "Safe quiet neighborhoods. No troubles that I know of. Very close to interstate access. Just a few minutes from Walmart and many other businesses on main street in Salem. "
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  • Kim G.
    "Greenhill Park is great for walking dogs. Grass to throw ball, paved & gravel trails, creeks and river to swim. Also Salem Greenway is almost 4 miles one way, nice paved trail. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Safe. Good schools, good city management. Much nature and spaces to walk or bike. Trails. Sense of community "
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  • Wendy D.
    "They would like the busy roads. Everyone here has dogs and it’s a beautiful community. Wish we had more dogs parks for the dogs not much area for them to run and play"
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  • CheRee W.
    "My commute is painless. I am close to downtown and arrive to work within 10 minutes of leaving the house."
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  • Trish C.
    "Safe, quiet and family oriented. great schools. Very close to parks, walking trails and shopping. A great place to live!"
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  • Taylor W.
    "Salem is a nice peaceful town. It’s a good place to raise a family. Good people good area. Lots of pet friendly places as well"
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  • Taylor W.
    "The neighborhood is very family oriented and safe. I never feel scared or worried, the neighbors are friendly and welcoming and the schools around are great."
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  • Trish C.
    "Great family neighborhood, starting point for the homecoming parade route & walking trail to Glenvar Schools. I love being part of this community!"
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  • Richard G.
    "Salem, VA is a great town. It’s a friendly town with good people and lots of activities for our residents. There is family entertainment, good public schools, and services. Morristown, NJ is my home town. I have loved it all my life, but I love Salem too. It feels like home. You could grow to love Salem too."
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  • Heather J. P.
    "Very popular trick or treating street. Many families bring their kiddos here because of our sidewalks! Less than 5 minutes from downtown Salem. super close to greenway trail & Moyer Park! "
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  • Bigmikeoldson31
    "My neighborhood has a great location of being in between all walks of life. Only thing I’ve disliked is during the holidays thru traffic is horrible. "
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  • Hailey0702
    "I love this neighborhood. The neighbors watch out for each other. It is safe. Schools are excellent. We love Salem."
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  • Aura R.
    "I have live here over 3 years now! I don’t really “know my neighbors “ but in general they are nice quiet people "
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  • Chasity E.
    "All of the neighbors are friendly. The neighborhood is a safe place for children to play. There is a good mix of peoplr of all ages."
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  • Jessi M.
    "So many people around here have a dog, people are very welcoming with them. The only problem is letting them out at night time because we have a bear problem around here lately & the bears aren’t scared of our dog. "
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  • Rcanash
    "Our neighborhood is on a dead end road. Not much traffic & residents watch for children, pets & walkers. We have had many dogs & cats over the yrs. Only bad thing is more bears, coyotes, rattlesnakes & copperheads. Aside from that a great place for children & pets "
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  • bzanie70
    "Lived here for 46 years so I love it. I know my neighbors. I do not go walking after dark due to mosquitos. I also am going to school so don’t have a lot of free time. "
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Average Rent Trends in Salem, VA

Rent in Salem, VA varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent decreased in May 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Jan 2025.
MonthAverage rent
Jun 2025$1,500
Jul 2025$1,450
Aug 2025$1,402
Sep 2025$1,400
Oct 2025$1,495
Nov 2025$1,450
Dec 2025$1,500
Jan 2026$1,500
Feb 2026$1,647
Mar 2026$1,450
Apr 2026$1,700
May 2026$1,595
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Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type

In May 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Townhomes and Houses.
1 bed2 beds3 beds4 bedsAll
All home types$1,181$1,395$1,850$2,000$1,538
Townhomes—$1,395——$1,395
Apartments and Condos$1,000$1,295——$1,295
Houses—$1,700$2,000$2,000$1,950
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Frequently Asked Questions about Rentals in Salem, VA

  • What is the average rent of an apartment in Salem, VA?
    The average rent of an apartment in Salem, VA is $1,244 per month. This is about 36% lower than the national average.
  • What is the average rent of a house in Salem, VA?
    The average rent of a house in Salem, VA is $1,950 per month. This is about 1% higher than the national average.
  • What is the average rent of a townhome in Salem, VA?
    The average rent of a townhome in Salem, VA is $1,395 per month. This is about 28% lower than the national average.
  • When is the average rent cheapest in Salem, VA?
    In the last year, the average rent in Salem, VA was lowest in Sep 2025 when it was $1,400 per month.
  • When is the average rent most expensive in Salem, VA?
    In the last year, the average rent in Salem, VA was highest in Jan 2025 when it was $1,765 per month.
  • How does the rent of a 1 bedroom apartment compare to a studio apartment in Salem, VA?
    The average rent of a 1 bedroom apartment in Salem, VA is $1,181 per month. That is about $19 less than the cost of a studio apartment.
  • How many available rental listings are in Salem, VA?
    There are 40 available rental listings in Salem, VA.
  • What are some zip codes in Salem, VA?
    Salem, VA includes zip codes such as: 24153, 24157.
  • What are some cities near Salem, VA?
    Some nearby cities include: Roanoke, Catawba, Elliston, Bent Mountain, Troutville. These cities may have more rental options to explore.