Salem, IL rental market
Last updated August 29, 2025
Rental market summary
The average rent for all bedrooms and all property types in Salem, IL is $300.
$300
+$200
-$481
4
Source: Zillow Rentals data
Rental price range
The price range for all bedrooms and all property types is $100 to $1,400.
| Rent price | Number of rental properties |
|---|---|
| $0 | 2 |
| $600 | 1 |
| $1,300 | 1 |
| $1,400+ | 1 |
Average rent price over time
In the last year, rent has decreased by $481 compared to the previous year.
| Last year (2024) | This year (2025) | |
|---|---|---|
| Jan | $783 | $1,500 |
| Feb | $725 | $100 |
| Mar | $783 | $100 |
| Apr | $1,000 | $100 |
| Jul | $850 | $100 |
| Aug | $595 | $1,500 |
| Sep | $781 | $1,200 |
| Oct | $1,100 | $100 |
| Nov | $695 | No data |
Market temperature
The Salem, IL rental market temperature is HOT. Market temperature is based on changes in renter demand compared to the national average. For example, a hot market has increasing demand.
Temperature is based on all bedrooms and all property types.
Compare average rent in markets
Rent in Salem, IL is 86% lower than the national average.
$300
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Frequently asked questions
1. What is the average rent in Salem, IL?
The average rent in Salem, IL is $300.
2. How much does it cost to rent a house in Salem, IL?
Houses in Salem, IL rent between $100 - $1,400 with an average rent of $300.
3. How has the rent in Salem, IL changed in the last year?
In the last year, the rent in Salem, IL decreased by $481
4. How much has the rent in Salem, IL increased/decreased in the last month?
In the last month, the rent in Salem, IL increased by $200
5. How many available rentals are there in Salem, IL?
There are currently 4 rentals available in Salem, IL.
6. How do rent prices in Salem, IL compare with the national average?
The average rent in Salem, IL is $300 — 85.71% lower the national average of $2,100.