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01Homes and apartments for rent in Salem County, NJ

Salem County homes for rent.

Browse homes for rent in Salem County, New Jersey. The county's rental market is a value market backed by steady, employer-driven demand: affordable single-family and apartment rentals across the Delaware River towns of Pennsville, Carneys Point, Penns Grove, and Salem City; workforce housing tied to the chemical plants and the PSEG Salem and Hope Creek nuclear stations, among the county's largest employers; and student rentals near Salem Community College in Carneys Point. For renters relocating for a job, for school, or for affordability, and for owners seeking reliable income at a low entry cost, Salem County offers a genuine rental market backed by industrial, nuclear-plant, and college demand near the Delaware Memorial Bridge and Wilmington.

Rents in Salem County are among the most affordable in the region, spanning single-family and apartment rentals in the river towns of Pennsville, Carneys Point, Penns Grove, and Salem City, workforce housing tied to the chemical plants and the PSEG nuclear stations, and Salem Community College student rentals, with the steadiest demand coming from the county's large employers.

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$260KMedian sale price
$151Median $ / sq ft
55Average DOM
300Homes for sale

Updated Spring 2026

Search Salem County rentals, updated in real time.

Explore the latest homes for sale in Salem County, NJ, updated in real time so you see accurate availability and pricing across the Delaware River towns, the historic county towns of Salem and Woodstown, and the surrounding farm country.

Salem County is served by districts including Woodstown-Pilesgrove, Pennsville, and Penns Grove-Carneys Point and by Salem Community College, with Salem Medical Center and Inspira Medical Center Elmer nearby and Interstate 295 and the Delaware Memorial Bridge for regional access. Use the price-range pages below to narrow your search, or call 888-327-6555 for a town-by-town update.

When comparing homes for rent in Salem County, weigh the total monthly cost and the flexibility of the lease, not just the headline rent, and confirm what utilities are included, the pet and parking rules, and the car commute the county requires, since a Pennsville single-family rental, a Penns Grove or Salem City town apartment, and a Carneys Point rental near Salem Community College and the nuclear plants offer very different lifestyles at some of the region's lowest rents.

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Where to rent in Salem County.

Rental inventory in Salem County spans the affordable river towns, the industrial workforce, and the college, and the right choice depends on budget, commute, and lifestyle. Workers gravitate to rentals near the chemical plants and the PSEG nuclear stations around Carneys Point, Deepwater, and Lower Alloways Creek; students and staff look to rentals near Salem Community College in Carneys Point; and families and value-focused renters choose single-family and apartment rentals across Pennsville, Penns Grove, and Salem City. Because the county's rental demand is driven by distinct, employer-anchored sources, industrial and nuclear-plant workers, college students, and local households, knowing which fits your needs helps focus a search. Compare the areas below before you choose.

Rental character varies across the county. Pennsville, Carneys Point, and Penns Grove along the river offer affordable single-family and apartment rentals near the industrial corridor, the Delaware Memorial Bridge, and the river parks, drawing workforce and local renters; Salem City, the historic county seat, offers affordable rentals in an older town setting; and Carneys Point offers student rentals near Salem Community College. That range gives renters real choice, from a river-town single-family rental to an affordable town apartment or a college rental, at some of the lowest rents in the region within reach of Wilmington and Philadelphia.

Renters in Salem County benefit from treating a lease as a chance to test-drive a setting before buying in the state's most affordable market: spending a year renting in Pennsville or Carneys Point near the industrial corridor and the bridge, in Penns Grove or Salem City in an older town, or in a single-family rental in the townships lets a household learn a place's car commute, character, and low costs firsthand, so that when they are ready to buy they can move with confidence in a county whose faces, affordable river town, historic town, and farm country, differ as much as they do and whose rural geography rewards knowing the drive and the local systems before committing.

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Demand, value, and income for renters and owners in Salem County.

Renting in Salem County is often a practical, affordable on-ramp. A renter relocating for a job at the chemical plants or the PSEG nuclear stations, for a program at Salem Community College, or simply for the county's low cost of living can choose an affordable single-family or apartment rental in Pennsville, Carneys Point, Penns Grove, or Salem City, then use the lease term to explore the county's river towns, historic towns, and farm country before deciding where, or whether, to buy in the state's most affordable market.

For renters, the county's appeal is value and steady, employer-anchored demand. A river-town rental in Pennsville or Carneys Point puts the industrial jobs, the PSEG nuclear stations, Salem Community College, and the Delaware Memorial Bridge within reach; a Penns Grove or Salem City rental offers affordable living in an older town setting; and a single-family rental offers a yard and space at some of the lowest rents in the region. Lease terms, included utilities, and pet and parking rules vary, so renters should compare the total monthly cost and the flexibility of the lease, not just the headline rent, and factor in the car commute the county's geography requires.

Day to day, the county's rental demand rests on real, employer-driven sources. The chemical plants and the PSEG Salem and Hope Creek nuclear stations, among the county's largest employers, draw a steady base of workforce renters; Salem Community College in Carneys Point adds student and staff demand; and local households keep the river towns of Pennsville, Penns Grove, and Salem City leasing. That mix of industrial and nuclear-plant workers, college students, and local renters is what makes the county's rental market resilient despite its small size, and gives owners a reliable pool of tenants at a low entry cost near Wilmington and the Delaware.

For owners, the Salem County rental market can turn an affordable home into a durable income asset: the county's steady, employer-driven rental demand, anchored by the chemical plants and the PSEG Salem and Hope Creek nuclear stations, among the county's largest employers, by Salem Community College students and staff in Carneys Point, and by local households in the river towns of Pennsville, Penns Grove, and Salem City, supports reliable tenants, and with careful screening, clear leases, and attention to maintenance, owners can generate steady income at a low entry cost while the property potentially appreciates on the same fundamentals, a large-employer industrial and energy base and a community college, that anchor the county's economy.

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Search Salem County homes by price.

Jump to a price range or property type that fits your search, browse the Salem County area guide, or check current open houses. Every link below is a live page.

πŸ“Single-Family HomesHouses across Salem County πŸ“Luxury & EstatePremier estate & executive listings πŸ“CondosCondos & community living πŸ“55+ CommunitiesActive-adult & age-restricted homes πŸ“New ConstructionNew builds across the county πŸ“Salem County Open HousesUpcoming open houses

Browse Salem County towns & neighborhoods.

Explore our town-by-town guides near Salem County and across Salem County. Each guide covers local neighborhoods, schools, commute options, and current listings.

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Salem County open houses.

Browse upcoming open houses in Salem County, or register for weekly alerts. Call 888-327-6555 to schedule a private showing any day of the week.

🏑Salem County Open HousesAll upcoming county open houses πŸ””Get Open House AlertsRegister for weekly notifications πŸ“…Schedule a ShowingPrivate tours available any day πŸ”Browse All ListingsSearch all Salem County homes πŸ“ŠHome ValuationFind out what your home is worth
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Homes for sale by property type.

Explore every type of home in and around Salem County through our Salem County property pages: single-family homes, small-town, farm-country, and riverside homes, townhomes and condos, new construction, 55+ active-adult communities, and multi-family investment properties.

🏠Single Family HomesClassic homes across all price ranges ✨Luxury HomesPremium estate & executive listings 🏘️TownhomesLow-maintenance living near rail & highways 🏒CondosCondos & community-style living πŸ”¨New ConstructionNew builds & builder incentives 🏬Multi-FamilyInvestment & owner-occupied options 🏑55+ & Adult CommunitiesActive adult & age-restricted homes πŸͺCommercialOffice, retail & mixed-use 🌿Land & LotsBuildable lots & acreage πŸ”‘RentalsHomes & apartments for rent
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Market trends, Early 2026

The Salem County rental and housing market, by the numbers.

The median list price in Salem County, NJ is currently $260K, about $151 per square foot. Homes here average 55 days on market with roughly 300 active listings. Updated Spring 2026.

Salem County's rental market spans affordable single-family and apartment rentals in the river towns of Pennsville, Carneys Point, Penns Grove, and Salem City, workforce housing tied to the chemical plants and the PSEG nuclear stations, and student rentals near Salem Community College, a value market with steady employer-driven demand.

$260KMedian sale price
$151Median $ / sq ft
55Average DOM
300Homes for sale

Updated Spring 2026

Within Salem County, rental demand stays steadiest around the industrial and nuclear-plant corridor near Carneys Point, Deepwater, and Lower Alloways Creek, near Salem Community College, and in the affordable river towns of Pennsville, Penns Grove, and Salem City, where workforce, student, and local demand concentrate, so well-located rentals in those areas tend to lease reliably at low but steady rents. For owners, the county's steady, employer-driven rental demand and low entry prices can turn a home into an affordable income asset, and with careful screening, clear leases, and attention to maintenance, owners can generate reliable income drawing on the same fundamentals, the chemical plants, the PSEG nuclear stations, and Salem Community College, that anchor the county's rental market. Call 888-327-6555 for a street-by-street breakdown.

Why rent in Salem County.

  1. Very affordable rentsRents in Salem County are among the lowest in the region, across the river towns of Pennsville, Carneys Point, Penns Grove, and Salem City.
  2. Nuclear & industrial workforceThe chemical plants and the PSEG Salem and Hope Creek nuclear stations, among the county's largest employers, drive steady workforce rental demand.
  3. College-driven demandSalem Community College in Carneys Point adds a base of student and staff renters near the river corridor.
  4. Single-family rentalsRenters find affordable houses with yards across the river towns at some of the lowest rents in the region.
  5. Reliable income for ownersEmployer-driven demand from industrial, nuclear-plant, and college sources gives owners a resilient tenant pool at low entry prices.

Amenities & community overview.

A closer look at neighborhoods, demand, and options for renters and owners in Salem County.

  • Browse all homes for sale in Salem County or explore the wider Salem County market.
  • Compare Salem County neighborhoods and home styles before choosing, from attainable options to its premier properties.
  • Weigh your commute: Interstate 295, the New Jersey Turnpike, Route 40, Route 45, Route 49, and Route 55, plus salem County has no commuter rail, so Interstate 295, the New Jersey Turnpike, and the Delaware Memorial Bridge are the main connections, carrying traffic to Delaware, Philadelphia, and the region, with NJ Transit buses serving the river towns.
  • Explore the historic Quaker town of Salem and the Salem Oak, the Cowtown Rodeo in Pilesgrove, Fort Mott State Park on the Delaware, and the farmland and river industry that define the county, with parks, dining, and rail access nearby.
  • Call 888-327-6555 for a live, neighborhood-by-neighborhood market update in Salem County.

The Salem County rental market centers on affordability and steady, employer-driven demand. Renters choose affordable single-family and apartment rentals in Pennsville, Carneys Point, and Penns Grove near the industrial corridor, the PSEG nuclear stations, the river parks, and the Delaware Memorial Bridge, in Salem City in an older town setting, or near Salem Community College in Carneys Point. For owners, the county's steady demand, driven by the chemical plants and the PSEG Salem and Hope Creek nuclear stations, Salem Community College, and local households, supports reliable tenants at a low entry cost, and with careful screening, clear leases, and attention to maintenance, an affordable rental here can generate durable income while the property potentially appreciates. Because the county's regions differ and require a car commute, renters and owners alike benefit from matching the rental to the tenant base and lifestyle, whether that is a river-town single-family rental, an affordable town apartment, or a college rental near Wilmington and the Delaware.

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Resources for buyers & sellers.

Local and county government, schools, healthcare, transportation, parks, and financial assistance relevant to Salem County, NJ buyers and sellers, every link verified and described below.

πŸ›οΈGovernment & Local
County of Salem - the Salem County commissioners, clerk, records & services.
City of Salem (county seat) - the historic Salem County seat - city hall, clerk & tax assessor, one of the oldest towns in the state.
NJ Real Estate Commission - verify licenses & consumer protections.
πŸŽ“Schools & Education
Salem Community College - the county's public community college in Carneys Point, known for its glass and nuclear-energy technology programs.
Salem County is home to districts including Woodstown-Pilesgrove, Pennsville, Penns Grove-Carneys Point, and Salem, plus Salem Community College in Carneys Point.
NJ Department of Education - district report cards & school data.
Salem Community College - the county's public community college in Carneys Point, known for its glass and nuclear-energy technology programs.
πŸ₯Healthcare & Hospitals
Salem Medical Center (Inspira) - the county's hospital at the Pointers in Mannington Township, part of Inspira Health.
Inspira Medical Center Elmer - an Inspira Health hospital in Elmer serving eastern Salem County.
Inspira Health network - Inspira urgent care and specialty centers serving Salem County, with the larger Inspira Vineland hospital a short drive east.
πŸš†Transportation
Interstate 295, the NJ Turnpike & the Delaware Memorial Bridge - the highways and bridge linking Salem County's river towns to Delaware, Philadelphia, and the wider region.
NJ Transit bus service - bus routes serving Salem, Pennsville, Penns Grove, and Carneys Point, with the Atlantic City Rail Line and Philadelphia reachable by car.
Route 40, Route 45, Route 49 & Route 55 - the highways connecting Salem County's farm towns, the Delaware River industrial corridor, and the shore.
🌳Parks & Recreation
Fort Mott State Park - a state park on the Delaware River in Pennsville with a late-1800s coastal fortification, trails, picnic areas, and a seasonal ferry to Fort Delaware.
Riverview Beach Park & Salem County Parks - the historic riverfront park in Pennsville plus the county park system's fields, trails, and open space.
Parvin State Park - a state park with lakes, a swimming beach, and trails on the Salem-Cumberland border near Pittsgrove.
Supawna Meadows National Wildlife Refuge - a federal refuge of tidal marsh and grassland along the Delaware River near Pennsville, known for birding and the Finns Point Lighthouse.
Salem County farmland & the Cohansey and Salem Rivers - the county's preserved farmland and its tidal rivers and creeks, a defining feature of its rural landscape.
🏦Mortgage & Financial
NJHMFA - down payment assistance & Dream program.
HUD New Jersey - FHA loans & housing counselors.
CFPB - Owning a Home - compare rates & loan estimates.
NJ Division of Taxation - property tax rates, deductions & appeals.
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First-time home buyer programs in Salem County.

First-time buyer in Salem County or Salem County, NJ? The New Jersey Dream Homeownership Program from NJHMFA helps eligible buyers with affordable financing, down payment and closing-cost assistance, and homebuyer education. Special options are available for military members, public safety professionals, educators, and healthcare workers.

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the average rent in Salem County, NJ?

Rents are among the most affordable in the region and vary by town and type, from single-family and apartment rentals in Pennsville, Carneys Point, Penns Grove, and Salem City to student rentals near Salem Community College. Call 888-327-6555 for current, town-specific rental figures.

Which Salem County towns are best for renters?

Workers near the industrial corridor and the PSEG nuclear stations choose Carneys Point and Pennsville; students choose Carneys Point near Salem Community College; and value-focused renters choose Penns Grove and Salem City. Each offers a different lifestyle at low rents.

Are there student rentals near Salem Community College?

Yes. Carneys Point, home to Salem Community College and its glass and nuclear-energy technology programs, offers apartments and houses that draw student and staff renters, which also makes the area of interest to rental investors.

What drives rental demand in Salem County?

The chemical plants and the PSEG Salem and Hope Creek nuclear stations, among the county's largest employers, along with Salem Community College and local households in the river towns of Pennsville, Penns Grove, and Salem City, provide steady, employer-driven rental demand.

Can I rent a single-family home in Salem County?

Yes. Pennsville, Carneys Point, Penns Grove, and other river towns offer affordable single-family rentals with yards and multiple bedrooms, popular with families and relocating workers. Availability varies, so we can help you search.

Are there rentals near the PSEG nuclear plants in Salem County?

Yes. The river towns near the industrial and energy corridor around Carneys Point, Deepwater, and Lower Alloways Creek offer rentals serving the workforce at the chemical plants and the PSEG Salem and Hope Creek nuclear stations, a steady source of rental demand.

What should I check before signing a lease in Salem County?

Compare the total monthly cost, what utilities are included, the pet and parking rules, the lease term and flexibility, and the car commute, since the county has no commuter rail and its regions differ, rather than focusing only on the headline rent.

Is renting a good way to try out Salem County before buying?

Yes. Many renters use a lease term to explore the county's river towns, historic towns, and farm country, and its car-commute geography, before deciding where, or whether, to buy in the state's most affordable market. We can help you plan the move.

Can Four Point Realty help me find a rental in Salem County?

Yes. We help renters find affordable homes and apartments across the county, from river-town single-family rentals in Pennsville and Carneys Point to town apartments in Penns Grove and Salem City and rentals near Salem Community College. Call 888-327-6555 to start.

Can Four Point Realty help me rent out my Salem County property?

Yes. We help owners market and lease properties across the county, drawing on demand from the chemical plants, the PSEG nuclear stations, Salem Community College, and local households, with tenant screening and clear leases. Call 888-327-6555 to discuss your property.

How do I get alerts for new rental listings in Salem County?

Register for a free account and set your town, price, and bedroom filters, or call 888-327-6555 and we will set up a curated rental search for you.

Is a rental in Salem County a good income property for owners?

It can be, given low entry prices and steady, employer-driven demand from the chemical plants, the PSEG nuclear stations, Salem Community College, and local renters. With careful screening, clear leases, and attention to maintenance, a well-located rental can generate reliable income. We can help you evaluate one.

What towns near Salem County should renters also consider?

Renters sometimes compare Salem against neighboring Gloucester or Cumberland County for additional affordable rentals. We can help you weigh the trade-offs.

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