Salem, OH Homes for Rent

Salem, Ohio, known as the ‘Little Big City,’ is a small city with a population of around 12,000. Founded by Quakers in the early 1800s, Salem boasts historic architecture, including American Foursquare, Tudor, Colonial Revival, midcentury ranch-style, and split-level homes. The city has implemented a Community Reinvestment Act, offering a 15-year tax abatement for new constructions. Salem features over 375 acres of parkland, with Centennial Park providing tennis and basketball courts, baseball fields, disc golf, and an Olympic-sized swimming pool. The Salem Community Center hosts various events, including sports tournaments and Designer Handbag Bingo. Attractions include the Burchfield Homestead Museum, celebrating the famous painter Charles Burchfield. The Salem City School District has a high rating, and the city is home to Allegheny Wesleyan College and Kent State University's Salem campus. Downtown Salem offers a farmers market, local dining spots like LiB’s coffee shop, Heggy’s diner, and Mike’s Penn Grille. The Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area allows open alcohol containers during events. Salem is safer than the national average, with low crime rates. It is 44 miles southeast of Akron, 67 miles northwest of Pittsburgh, and 68 miles southeast of Cleveland, with the Akron-Canton Airport 32 miles away. Monthly Second Saturdays and the annual Salem Super Cruise are popular events, drawing visitors and fostering community engagement.