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    • Income restricted

    Pequot Highlands

    12 1st St, Salem, MA 01970

    Apartment building
    1-3 beds
    Parking lot
    Air conditioning (central)

    Available units

    This listing now includes required monthly fees in the total price.

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    Unit
    , sortable column    		Sqft, sortable columnAvailable, sortable columnTotal price, sorted ascending
    One Bedroom
    1 bd, 1 ba
    650
    Now
    $2,200+
    Two Bedroom
    2 bd, 1 ba
    865
    Now
    $2,800+
    Three Bedroo...
    3 bd, 1.5 ba
    1,005
    Now
    $3,000+

    What's special

    Pequot Highlands is currently accepting applications for the waitlist! Located in Salem, Massachusetts, Pequot Highlands offers a maintenance free lifestyle and on-site management. Choose from 1, 2 and 3 bedroom floor plans where rent includes heat, hot water, and electricity. Enjoy resident services and facilities including a community room, computer lab, outdoor recreation areas and gardens. The community is conveniently located near shopping centers, hospitals and Salem State University. Income restrictions apply. Please contact us for details.

    Office hours

    DayOpen hours
    Mon:8:30 am - 5 pm
    Tue:8:30 am - 5 pm
    Wed:By appointment only
    Thu:8:30 am - 5 pm
    Fri:8:30 am - 5 pm
    Sat:Closed
    Sun:Closed

    Facts, features & policies

    Building Amenities

    Community Rooms
    • Business Center
    • Club House
    Services & facilities
    • 24 Hour Maintenance
    • Online Maintenance Portal
    • Online Rent Payment

    Unit Features

    Cooling
    • Central Air Conditioning

    Policies

    Parking
    • Parking Lot
    Pets
    Small dogs
    • Not allowed
    Large dogs
    • Not allowed
    Cats
    • Not allowed

    Neighborhood: 01970

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    • Historic Area
      Rich history reflected in architecture, landmarks, and charming old-town character.
      Arts Scene
      Galleries, murals, and cultural venues showcase creativity and artistic talent.
      Walkable Streets
      Pedestrian-friendly layout encourages walking to shops, dining, and parks.
      Transit Access
      Convenient access to buses, trains, and public transit for easy commuting.
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    Salem’s 01970 blends storied waterfront history with everyday convenience on a scenic harbor and four-season New England weather—sea-breezy summers, vibrant falls, snowy winters. Downtown and Pickering Wharf are walkable hubs around the Peabody Essex Museum, with coffee staples Jaho and Gulu-Gulu, seafood spots Finz and Sea Level, Ledger’s modern New England fare, local breweries like Notch, and boutiques; grocery runs are easy at Market Basket and Stop & Shop, with Northshore Mall nearby. Green escapes include Salem Common, Forest River Park, Winter Island, and Salem Willows for picnics, kayaking, and harbor strolls, plus the YMCA and local gyms. Neighborhoods mix young professionals, artists, Salem State students, and families, and the area is pet friendly with waterfront paths and open spaces. Evenings bring casual pubs, live music, and a robust festival season (especially in October). Commuters have the MBTA Commuter Rail at Salem Station and a seasonal ferry to Boston. Per Zillow Rental Manager market trends, the recent median asking rent is in the mid-$2,000s, with most listings in the low $2,000s to low $3,000s.

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    Travel times

    Walk, Transit & Bike Scores

    52 / 100
    Somewhat Walkable
    25 / 100
    Some Transit
    23 / 100
    Somewhat Bikeable

    Nearby schools in Salem

    GreatSchools rating

    Frequently asked questions

    What is the walk score of Pequot Highlands?

    Pequot Highlands has a walk score of 52, it's somewhat walkable.

    What is the transit score of Pequot Highlands?

    Pequot Highlands has a transit score of 25, it has some transit.

    What schools are assigned to Pequot Highlands?

    The schools assigned to Pequot Highlands include Horace Mann Laboratory, Collins Middle School, and Salem High School.

    What neighborhood is Pequot Highlands in?

    Pequot Highlands is in the 01970 neighborhood in Salem, MA.

    What are Pequot Highlands's policies on pets?

    Small dogs are not allowed. Large dogs are not allowed. Cats are not allowed.

    This is an income restricted propertyThis property offers housing at affordable prices. Renters or households must meet income requirements, and the property manager may have additional eligibility criteria.