374 Properties
$1,399+
The Reserve at Hawk's Ridge
1569 Whitaker Dr SE, Salem, OR 97317
1–3 Beds • 1–2 Baths
$1,199+
Brookhollow Apartments
4154 Sunnyview Rd NE, Salem, OR 97305
1–2 Beds • 1 Bath
$1,150+
Fox Hollow
4892 Liberty Rd S, Salem, OR 97306
1–2 Beds • 1 Bath
$900+
Grand Oak
4078 Liberty Rd S, Salem, OR 97302
1–2 Beds • 1 Bath
$1,380+
Northplace Apartment Homes
5115 Countryside Street NE, Salem, OR 97305
Studio–3 Beds • 1–2 Baths
$1,545+
Aspen Grove Apartments
1962 Wallace Rd NW, Salem, OR 97304
2 Beds • 2 Bath
$1,299+
Lancaster Commons
2489 Coral Ave NE, Salem, OR 97305
2 Beds • 1 Bath
$1,395+
The Summit at Red Leaf
5715 Red Leaf Dr S, Salem, OR 97306
1–3 Beds • 1–2 Baths
$1,250+
Oak Park Village Apartments
4495 Pacifica Way NE, Salem, OR 97305
2–3 Beds • 1–2 Baths
$1,375+
Northwood Meadows
600 Lockhaven Dr NE, Keizer, OR 97303
2 Beds • 1 Bath
$1,490+
Riverplace Apartment Homes
201 Deann Dr, Independence, OR 97351
Studio–3 Beds • 1–2 Baths
$870+
Victoria Place
1250 SE Godsey Rd, Dallas, OR 97338
1–3 Beds • 1–2 Baths
$995
3223 Center Street Northeast
3223 Center Street Northeast, Salem, OR 97301
1 Bed • 1 Bath
$1,395
3894 Auburn Road Northeast
3894 Auburn Road Northeast, Salem, OR 97301
2 Beds • 1 Bath
$1,850
4001 12th St Cut Off SE #50
4001 12th St Cut Off SE #50, Salem, OR 97302
2 Beds • 1 Bath
$1,895
477-487 49th Avenue Southeast, Unit 487
477-487 49th Avenue Southeast, Unit 487, Salem, OR 97317
3 Beds • 1 Bath
$2,350
6577 Jacobe St
6577 Jacobe St, Keizer, OR 97303
3 Beds • 2 Bath
$1,395
202 Ecols Street South
202 Ecols Street South, Monmouth, OR 97361
2 Beds • 1 Bath
$1,730+
Acero West Salem
1948 Linwood Rd NW, Salem, OR 97304
1–2 Beds • 1–2 Baths
$1,275+
Saddle Club
4665 Campbell Dr SE, Salem, OR 97317
1–3 Beds • 1–2 Baths
$1,199+
Eola Heights
3045 Gehlar Rd NW, Salem, OR 97304
1–3 Beds • 1–2 Baths
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$1,250+
Taybin Terrace
533 Taybin Rd NW, Salem, OR 97304
1–2 Beds • 1 Bath
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$1,550+
Willamette Park I & II
825 Harritt Dr NW, Salem, OR 97304
2–3 Beds • 2 Bath
$1,450+
Reflections at Hidden Creek Apartments
6651 Hidden Creek Loop NE, Keizer, OR 97303
2–3 Beds • 1–2 Baths
How many bathrooms do you need?
$2,150
3231 Alberta Ln NE
3231 Alberta Ln NE, Salem, OR 97301
3 Beds • 1 Bath
$1,095
706 Norman Avenue Northeast
706 Norman Avenue Northeast, Salem, OR 97301
2 Beds • 1 Bath
$1,395
3896 Auburn Road Northeast
3896 Auburn Road Northeast, Salem, OR 97301
2 Beds • 1 Bath
$1,450
1517 Princess Lane Northeast
1517 Princess Lane Northeast, Salem, OR 97301
2 Beds • 2 Bath
$1,995
1257 Charlene St S
1257 Charlene St S, Salem, OR 97306
3 Beds • 2 Bath
$3,350
7997 Mykala St NE
7997 Mykala St NE, Keizer, OR 97303
4 Beds • 2 Bath
As the capital city of Oregon, Salem has much more to offer than stately buildings. Those looking for Salem apartments for rent will find the city is one that is rich in history and the natural areas that the state is known for. With a range of employment opportunities and top-notch educational institutions, there is no shortage of reasons to relocate to a Salem apartment.
The historic home of the Kalapuya Native Americans, the city of Salem first welcomed nonnative settlers to the area in 1812. Many of these early settlers worked as trappers for fur companies in the city of Astoria. Jason Lee's Methodist mission was the first nonnative permanent structure to occupy the land that would become Salem. Lee's efforts grew quickly, and by 1842 the city was home to the Oregon Institute, which was a forerunner of Willamette University.
The first public school district was built in Salem in 1855, and the city was named the state capital of the relatively new state of Oregon in 1864. It continued to prosper through the 19th and 20th centuries, with the economy of Salem remaining relatively steady even through the Great Depression. Today, Salem remains a dynamic city that is home to more than 156,000 residents.
As the state capital, Salem offers residents a number of employment opportunities in a variety of sectors, including the government and healthcare. Some of the city's top employers include North Shore Medical Center and Shaughnessy-Kaplan Rehabilitation Hospital, as well as the city of Salem. Salem State University is also a large employer, offering those in the field of education many job opportunities.
Numerous students who reside in Salem attend one of several area universities. Salem State University is a public institution that offers a range of college majors in the fields of health, business, arts and sciences. Willamette University, also located in Salem, is a private university that has a strong reputation as one of the best private liberal arts colleges on the West Coast. With a variety of undergraduate programs, the school also offers graduate studies in law, management and education.
One of the best benefits of Salem is its affordable living prices. According to city-data.com, in 2012 the city's residents enjoyed a cost of living index that was nearly 5 points below the national average. Median gross rent for the area in 2009 was similarly affordable, with the average tenant paying $689 per month.
Residents of Salem enjoy a variety of accessible activities, many of which are only minutes from their Salem apartment. Residents with a love of nature enjoy the green hillsides and numerous walking trails provided at Bush's Pasture Park. The enchanting waterfalls of Silver Falls State Park offer a fun and pristine natural area that visitors and locals alike love taking advantage of. For nature that is a bit more domesticated, a visit to the English-style gardens at the Historic Deepwood Gardens is always a treat for residents.
Being a largely historic city, Salem residents also enjoy the many seasoned attractions and building that their hometown has to offer. The Salem Riverfront Carousel is a classic amusement ride that lets residents step back in time as they enjoy views of the Willamette River. The historic Elsinore Theatre hosts a number of theatrical and musical productions that are both contemporary and classic in content. Built during the 1920s, the Elsinore remains as elegant in its design as it was nearly a century ago.
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