
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Cross Winds Neighborhood of Winston-Salem, NC from $400 (27 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Cross Winds area of Winston-Salem.


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Stafford Place

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Highland Oaks

Salem Crest Apartment Homes

137 Weatherwood Ct

Morgan Ridge
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Garden Park Hanes Mall
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862 Foxwood Pl

Salem Crossing

Bridgewater Place Apartments
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Brylin Crossing

132 Weatherwood Ct

Griffith Commons
Cross Winds, Winston-Salem, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cross Winds?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cross Winds 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,015 | $745 | $1,199 |
| Cross Winds 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,175 | $900 | $1,439 |
| Cross Winds 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,387 | $1,085 | $1,699 |
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There are currently 27 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Cross Winds Neighborhood of Winston-Salem, NC.
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Cheapest Available Cross Winds Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Cross Winds area of Winston-Salem, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Salem Crest Apartment Homes priced from $785. The Village at Heather Hills has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $900. Here are the most affordable Cross Winds apartments for rent in Winston-Salem, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salem Crest Apartment Homes | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $785 |
| The Village at Heather Hills | Heather South $1095 | 2BR,2BA | $900 |
| Charleston Apartments | Charleston Apartments | 1BR,1BA | $910 |
| Falcon Pointe Apartments | Swiftmark | 1BR,1BA | $934 |
| Morgan Ridge | Singleton | 1BR,1BA | $942 |
| Carlyle Place Apartments | ONE BEDROOM/ ONE BATH | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| Bromley Park | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| Twin City Townhomes | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $995 |
| Arcadian Apartments | 1BR 1BA - 725sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Highland Oaks | 1 x 1 A | 1BR,1BA | $1,045 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cross Winds, NC
As of April 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cross Winds area is the $1.19 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Twin City Townhomes in the in the Oliver's Crossing neighborhood starting from $1,385. The second greatest value Cross Winds apartment is the Heather South $1095 Model at The Village at Heather Hills starting at $900 with a $0.88 price per square foot in the South Winston Salem neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cross Winds apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Twin City Townhomes | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.19 |
| The Village at Heather Hills | Heather South $1095 | 2BR,2BA | $0.88 |
| Sentry Pointe | The Guardian | 2BR,2BA | $1.23 |
| Stafford Place | 1x1 Patio | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Morgan Ridge | Singleton | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Legacy Park Apartments | One Bedroom-One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Arcadian Apartments | 1BR 1BA - 725sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Charleston Apartments | Charleston Apartments | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Carlyle Place Apartments | ONE BEDROOM/ ONE BATH | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Salem Crest Apartment Homes | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cross Winds Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Cross Winds?
The cheapest apartment in Cross Winds is Salem Crest Apartment Homes which is listed at $785, while the average apartment in Cross Winds costs $1,385.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Cross Winds?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 2 regular apartments in Cross Winds that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Cross Winds?
Cheap apartments in Cross Winds have an average cost of $217 which is $1,168 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Cross Winds.
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