
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Crystal Towers East Neighborhood of Winston-Salem, NC from $400 (89 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Crystal Towers East area of Winston-Salem.


1652 N Cherry St, Unit D

1514 Gholson Ave S East

1415 Underwood Ave

834 Gray Ave NE

1231 Gholson Ave S East

1331 Cunningham St

2336 N Cherry St

1982 Maryland Ave

2334 N Cherry St
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1086 W Bank St

1137 N Cameron Ave

2332 N Cherry St

1340 Gray Ave NE

1439 Clark Ave

1404 W 4th St

300 N Spring St

The Residences at Diamond Ridge

820 W 7th St, Unit D

515 N Martin Luther King Jr Dr
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1398 Chestnut Plains Ct

1396 Chestnut Plains Ct

666 N Spring St

632 Mulberry St SW

115 S Spruce St

400 Duke St SW

832 W 7th St, Unit C

Ardmore Terrace

1517 W 1st St

2425-2445 Old Greensboro Rd
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1606 N Patterson Ave, Unit 1604 D N Patterson Ave

151 Westdale Ave NW

805 W End Blvd

The Livery Apartments

Crestwood Gardens

725 Gales Ave

2015 Row St

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Hilltop House

1194 W 4th St

1232 Forsyth St NW
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2560 La Deara Crest Ln, Unit 1804

615 N Spring St

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50 West Fourth Residences

1242 Addison Ave

1529 W 1st St

Skyview Townhomes

440 Buick St NE

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Crystal Towers East, Winston-Salem, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Crystal Towers East?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crystal Towers East Studio Apartments | $1,500 | $1,150 | $1,703 |
| Crystal Towers East 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,464 | $430 | $2,053 |
| Crystal Towers East 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,801 | $513 | $3,945 |
| Crystal Towers East 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,932 | $1,025 | $3,629 |
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There are currently 89 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Crystal Towers East Neighborhood of Winston-Salem, NC.
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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 1 Bed unit found at Northwood Apartments priced from $740. The Residences at Diamond Ridge has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $820. Here are the most affordable Crystal Towers East apartments for rent in Winston-Salem, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $740 |
| The Residences at Diamond Ridge | 932B1BS | 2BR,1BA | $820 |
| Gray Court Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| Ardmore Terrace | The Cypress | 1BR,1BA | $935 |
| 2425-2445 Old Greensboro Rd | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $990 |
| 1121 West End Blvd | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| The Livery Apartments | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,020 |
| Crestwood Gardens | 3 Bed/ 1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| 1306 Glade Street | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,095 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Crystal Towers East, NC
As of June 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Crystal Towers East area is the $1.55 price per square foot Miro Model at Gallery Lofts in the in the Downtown Winston Salem neighborhood starting from $2,170. The second greatest value Crystal Towers East apartment is the 222 W End Blvd Model at 222 W End Blvd, Unit 222 starting at $1,260 with a $0.90 price per square foot in the East Winston neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Crystal Towers East apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gallery Lofts | Miro | 2BR,2BA | $1.55 |
| 222 W End Blvd, Unit 222 | 222 W End Blvd | 2BR,2BA | $0.90 |
| 664 2nd St NW | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| 2425-2445 Old Greensboro Rd | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Crestwood Gardens | Cottage 3 Bed / 1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Chatham Place Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| 1606 N Patterson Ave, Unit 1604 D N Patterson Ave | 1606 N Patterson Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Ardmore Terrace | The Cypress | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| The Residences at Diamond Ridge | 931B1BSR | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| 1121 West End Blvd | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $1.59 |
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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 $1,095.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Crystal Towers East?
The cheapest apartment in Crystal Towers East is Northwood Apartments which is listed at $740, while the average apartment in Crystal Towers East costs $1,972.
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 25 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 $353 which is $1,619 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Crystal Towers East.
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