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Fairview Landing
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Fairview Landing

1120 Burke Village LnWinston-Salem, NC 27105
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Colony Place Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Colony Place Apartments

900 N Cleveland AveWinston-Salem, NC 27101
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Autumn Oaks MHP
3 Bedroom Apartments

Autumn Oaks MHP

2221 Fanning RdWinston-Salem, NC 27107
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East Winston Salem, Winston-Salem, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available East Winston Salem Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Winston Salem area of Winston-Salem, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Plaza South Apartments priced from $825. Kensington Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $925. Here are the most affordable East Winston Salem apartments for rent in Winston-Salem, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Plaza South Apartments1BR/1BA WITHOUT W/D CONNECTIONS1BR,1BA$825
Kensington VillageThe Lancaster2BR,1BA$925
Privately Owned Crestwood Gardens!2 Bed/ 1 Bath2BR,1BA$999
Linville Ridge ApartmentsThe Montgomery2BR,1BA$1,120
Kerner Mill Townhomes2BR - 1.5BTH TH R2BR,1BA$1,195

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Winston Salem, NC

As of October 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Winston Salem area is the $1.14 price per square foot 2BR - 1.5BTH TH R Model at Kerner Mill Townhomes in the in the East Winston Salem neighborhood starting from $1,195. The second greatest value East Winston Salem apartment is the 2 Bedroom Garden Model at Brown School Lofts at Legacy Heights starting at $1,475 with a $1.63 price per square foot in the East Winston Salem neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Winston Salem apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Kerner Mill Townhomes2BR - 1.5BTH TH R2BR,1.5BA$1.14
Brown School Lofts at Legacy Heights2 Bedroom Garden2BR,1BA$1.63
Linville Ridge ApartmentsThe Montgomery2BR,1BA$1.33
Privately Owned Crestwood Gardens!Cottage 3 Bed / 1 Bath3BR,1BA$1.37
Kensington VillageThe Lancaster2BR,1BA$1.31
Plant 64 Apartment Homes1E1BR,1BA$2.15
Plaza South Apartments1BR/1BA WITH W/D CONNECTIONS1BR,1BA$1.30

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East Winston Salem, Winston-Salem, NC

Ranked #132

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

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2.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Winston Salem Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Winston Salem?

The cheapest apartment in East Winston Salem is Plaza South Apartments which is listed at $825, while the average apartment in East Winston Salem costs $1,187.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in East Winston Salem?

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 11 regular apartments in East Winston Salem 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 East Winston Salem?

Cheap apartments in East Winston Salem have an average cost of $262 which is $925 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Winston Salem.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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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! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Hard truth. Moving is never easy. I’ve done it all – from local moves to cross-country relocations From packing to unpacking the last box, I have found moving to be an exhausting, expensive and stressful experience every time.