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Winston-Salem, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Winston-Salem, NC

Pricing Updated: 09/18/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Winston-Salem, NC area range in price from $386 to $4,367 with an overall median price of $2,148. The three Winston-Salem neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Easton at $685, Southeast Winston Salem at $685, and Waughtown at $685. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Winston-Salem Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Easton$895$68512
Southeast Winston Salem$895$68512
Waughtown$895$68510
Flat Rock$897$68512
Reynolda Forest Salem Lake$925$68517
Parkview$995$82510
Salem Gardens$995$82510
East Winston Salem$1,275$68554
Cedar Forest$1,375$80023
Belview$1,385$43036

Cheapest Available Winston-Salem Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Winston-Salem, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Pegram Landing II in the Shallowford Reserve neighborhood priced from $386. 600 Peters Creek in the South Central Winston Salem neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $430. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Winston-Salem apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Pegram Landing IIOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$386
600 Peters Creek50%1BR,1BA$430
Northwood Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$675
1410 ACADEMY ST1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$725
BC - Broadbay CrossingsOne Bedroom- Upgrade1BR,1BA$750
SHATTALON TERRACE APARTMENTSSHATTALON TERRACE APARTMENTS - 4-F1BR,1BA$750
Gardens At Country Club11ATH1BR,1BA$768
Salem Crest Apartment Homes1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$785
Bethabara Garden Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$795

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Winston-Salem, NC

As of September 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Winston-Salem area is the $0.93 price per square foot 2BR - 1.5BTH TH R Model at Morgan Place Apartments in the in the Clemmons neighborhood starting from $1,125. The second greatest value Winston-Salem apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Twin City Townhomes starting at $995 with a $0.92 price per square foot in the Oliver's Crossing neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Winston-Salem apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Morgan Place Apartments2BR - 1.5BTH TH R2BR,1.5BA$0.93
Twin City Townhomes2 Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$0.92
1502 Oakshire Ct, Unit A1502 Oakshire Ct2BR,1BA$1.08
100 Powers Rd, Unit 2100 Powers Rd2BR,1BA$1.06
1225 New Hope Ln, Unit B1225 New Hope Ln2BR,1BA$1.00
Delmonte Court Apartments2 Bed / 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.03
Hunt Park Senior Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.04
Pegram Landing IIOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.54
Northwood Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.00
1095 Hutton St, Unit C1095 Hutton St1BR,1BA$1.04

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Winston-Salem, NC

Ranked #8

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Winston-Salem

What type of rentals are currently available in Winston-Salem?

There are currently 507 Apartments for Rent in Winston-Salem, NC with pricing that ranges from $386 to $4,367. There are also 467 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Winston-Salem ranging from $499 to $4,995.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Winston-Salem?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Winston-Salem ranges from $499 to $4,995 with an average monthly rent of $1,869.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Winston-Salem?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Winston-Salem range from $527 to $3,710, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,100 to $3,600. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,350 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,399.

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

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