
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hillcrest Neighborhood of Winston-Salem, NC from $600 (19 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Hillcrest area of Winston-Salem.


Hawk Ridge Apartments

Foxcreek Apartments

The Lofts at the Plaza

Alder Ridge Apartments

Sedgefield
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200 Braehill Apartments

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The Lofts at Little Creek/Lofts at Hillside

The Arlington

Hillsborough
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Townhomes at Little Creek

Brookford Place

Savannah Place

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Hillcrest, Winston-Salem, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hillcrest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillcrest Studio Apartments | $1,005 | $930 | $1,175 |
| Hillcrest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,189 | $836 | $1,805 |
| Hillcrest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,430 | $925 | $1,890 |
| Hillcrest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,783 | $1,360 | $2,380 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 19 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Hillcrest Neighborhood of Winston-Salem, NC.
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Cheapest Available Hillcrest Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hillcrest area of Winston-Salem, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Gardens At Country Club priced from $836. Foxcreek Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $930. Here are the most affordable Hillcrest apartments for rent in Winston-Salem, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gardens At Country Club | 11 | 1BR,1BA | $836 |
| Foxcreek Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $930 |
| The Lofts at the Plaza | The Stratford | 1BR,1BA | $939 |
| Alder Ridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Sedgefield | Stratford | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillcrest, NC
As of June 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hillcrest area is the $1.37 price per square foot Abbott Model at Villas at PeaceHaven in the in the Southwest Winston Salem neighborhood starting from $2,325. The second greatest value Hillcrest apartment is the Regency Premier Renovated Model at Cambridge Park Apartments starting at $1,914 with a $1.37 price per square foot in the West Winston Salem neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hillcrest apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villas at PeaceHaven | Abbott | 3BR,2BA | $1.37 |
| Cambridge Park Apartments | Regency Premier Renovated | 3BR,2BA | $1.37 |
| Townhomes at Little Creek | TH-2B15BR | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.98 |
| Clemmons Village Apartments | 2B Flat Semi-Classic | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Villas at Vineyard | VV-2B2BP | 2BR,2BA | $1.11 |
| 200 Braehill Apartments | Sparrow | 2BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| The Arlington | 2BR 1BA - 882sqft | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Chamberlain Place Apartments | 1 BR Traditional | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.37 |
| The Lofts at the Plaza | The Benton | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Gardens At Country Club | 11ATHD | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleHillcrest, Winston-Salem, NC
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Among cities in North Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hillcrest Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Hillcrest Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Hillcrest Apartment is $836 at Gardens At Country Club.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Hillcrest Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Hillcrest is starting from $925 at Gardens At Country Club.
What is the most affordable Hillcrest Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Hillcrest Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Alder Ridge Apartments and starts from $1,525.
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