
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Winston Salem Neighborhood of Winston-Salem, NC from $500 (34 Rentals)
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1231 Gholson Ave S East

2401 Markwood Ln SE

2813 White Meadow Ln SE

1514 Gholson Ave S East

1137 N Cameron Ave

3011 Broadbay Dr

1606 Oak Croft Dr
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1225 New Hope Ln, Unit D, Unit D

Plaza South Apartments

2406 Markwood Ln SE

2571 Green Oaks Ct SE

2001 S Main St

Kensington Village

Linville Ridge Apartments

1710 Lomond St
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2721 Ivy Ave

Fairfield Apartments

2425-2445 Old Greensboro Rd

2351 Felicity Cir

Crestwood Gardens

The Villas at Park Terrace

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Fairview Landing
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Colony Place Apartments

1505 Williamson St

1708 Green Oaks Dr SE

Autumn Oaks MHP

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Salem View Apartments

526 E 17th St

555 East Apartments
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Timberline Townhomes

510 Alexander St
East Winston Salem, Winston-Salem, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Winston Salem?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Winston Salem 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,352 | $700 | $2,055 |
| East Winston Salem 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,268 | $695 | $2,125 |
| East Winston Salem 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,531 | $1,099 | $3,105 |
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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 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable East Winston Salem apartments for rent in Winston-Salem, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plaza South Apartments | 1BR/1BA WITHOUT W/D CONNECTIONS | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Kensington Village | The Saville | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Linville Ridge Apartments | The Carolinian | 1BR,1BA | $851 |
| Fairfield Apartments | 2BR / 1BA | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
| 2425-2445 Old Greensboro Rd | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $990 |
| Crestwood Gardens | 3 Bed/ 1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| Skyview Townhomes | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Brown School Lofts at Legacy Heights | 1 Bedroom Garden | 1BR,1BA | $1,275 |
| Kerner Mill Townhomes | 2BR - 2BTHR | 2BR,2BA | $1,275 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Winston Salem, NC
As of April 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Winston Salem area is the $1.34 price per square foot 2BR - 2BTHR Model at Kerner Mill Townhomes in the in the East Winston Salem neighborhood starting from $1,275. The second greatest value East Winston Salem apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at 2425-2445 Old Greensboro Rd starting at $990 with a $1.10 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kerner Mill Townhomes | 2BR - 2BTHR | 2BR,2BA | $1.34 |
| 2425-2445 Old Greensboro Rd | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Crestwood Gardens | Cottage 3 Bed / 1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| 1225 New Hope Ln, Unit D | 1225 New Hope Ln | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Fairfield Apartments | 2BR / 1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Plant 64 Apartment Homes | 1N | 1BR,1BA | $2.55 |
| Brown School Lofts at Legacy Heights | 1 Bedroom Garden | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| Plaza South Apartments | 1BR/1BA WITH W/D CONNECTIONS | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Linville Ridge Apartments | The Carolinian | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Kensington Village | The Saville | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEast Winston Salem, Winston-Salem, NC
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Among cities in North Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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2.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in East Winston Salem, Winston-Salem, NC
Petree Elementary
Hanes Middle
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Winston Salem Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Winston Salem Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Winston Salem Apartment is $825 at Plaza South Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East Winston Salem Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Winston Salem is starting from $925 at Kensington Village.
What is the most affordable East Winston Salem Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap East Winston Salem Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Crestwood Gardens and starts from $1,099.
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