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property at 1437 W 4th St

$795

1 Bedroom Rentals

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1437 W 4th St

Winston-SalemNC27101
property at 300 N Spring St

$725 - $800

1 Bedroom Rentals

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300 N Spring St

Winston-SalemNC27101

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Crystal Towers East, Winston-Salem, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Crystal Towers East Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Crystal Towers East area of Winston-Salem, NC is a 2 Beds unit found at Northwood Apartments priced from $675. 1410 ACADEMY ST has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $725. Here are the most affordable Crystal Towers East apartments for rent in Winston-Salem, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Northwood Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$675
1410 ACADEMY ST1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$725
Gray Court Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$895
Hilltop HouseA31BR,1BA$989
Privately Owned Crestwood Gardens!2 Bed/ 1 Bath2BR,1BA$999
Highland Commons2 bedroom, 1 bathroom2BR,1BA$1,000
Ardmore TerraceThe Dogwood2BR,1BA$1,035
Village Lofts Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,125
The EasleyS1Studio,1BA$1,220

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Crystal Towers East, NC

As of January 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Crystal Towers East area is the $0.84 price per square foot 1425 W Academy St Model at 1425 W Academy St, Unit UP in the in the South Central Winston Salem neighborhood starting from $925. The second greatest value Crystal Towers East apartment is the Kahlo Model at Gallery Lofts starting at $1,515 with a $1.55 price per square foot in the Downtown Winston Salem neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Crystal Towers East apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1425 W Academy St, Unit UP1425 W Academy St2BR,1BA$0.84
Gallery LoftsKahlo1BR,1BA$1.55
Highland Commons2 bedroom, 1 bathroom2BR,1BA$1.11
Mill 8001S1BR,1BA$1.70
Edge FlatsA1.61BR,1BA$1.77
715 Watson Ave., Unit C715 Watson Ave.2BR,1BA$1.65
Ardmore TerraceThe Dogwood2BR,1BA$1.22
Privately Owned Crestwood Gardens!Cottage 3 Bed / 1 Bath3BR,1BA$1.37
Gateway Apartments1.11BR,1BA$1.68
Northwood Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.62

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Crystal Towers East, Winston-Salem, NC

Ranked #2

Among cities in North Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

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Lifestyle Ratings

This website is proud to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Central Winston-Salem. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, family-friendly amenities, proximity to transit, and more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Crystal Towers East Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Crystal Towers East?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Crystal Towers East is under $1,220.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Crystal Towers East?

The cheapest apartment in Crystal Towers East is 1410 ACADEMY ST which is listed at $725, while the average apartment in Crystal Towers East costs $2,318.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Crystal Towers East?

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 37 regular apartments in Crystal Towers East 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 Crystal Towers East?

Cheap apartments in Crystal Towers East have an average cost of $322 which is $1,996 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Crystal Towers East.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!