
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Skyland Neighborhood of Winston-Salem, NC from $500 (39 Rentals)
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1231 Gholson Ave S East

200 High St

1137 N Cameron Ave

1439 Clark Ave

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1225 New Hope Ln, Unit D, Unit D

2001 S Main St

1514 Gholson Ave S East

Kensington Village
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1396 Chestnut Plains Ct

115 S Spruce St

1710 Lomond St

2721 Ivy Ave

Fairfield Apartments

2425-2445 Old Greensboro Rd

630 Mulberry St SW

632 Mulberry St SW

2351 Felicity Cir
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Crestwood Gardens

639 S Poplar St

The Livery Apartments

2230 Greenway Ave NW

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Hilltop House

Village Lofts Apartments

2240 Flag St

2560 La Deara Crest Ln, Unit 1804

2560 La Deara Crest Ln, Unit 1808
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The Villas at Park Terrace

Fairview Landing

Colony Place Apartments

1505 Williamson St

1350 N Chestnut St

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Salem View Apartments

526 E 17th St

325 W Twenty-Third St
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555 East Apartments

510 Alexander St

114 N Jackson Ave
Skyland, Winston-Salem, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Skyland?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skyland Studio Apartments | $1,362 | $1,175 | $1,549 |
| Skyland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,473 | $795 | $2,055 |
| Skyland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,765 | $695 | $3,514 |
| Skyland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,970 | $1,099 | $3,597 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 39 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Skyland Neighborhood of Winston-Salem, NC.
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Cheapest Available Skyland Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Skyland area of Winston-Salem, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Kensington Village priced from $850. Fairfield Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable Skyland apartments for rent in Winston-Salem, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kensington Village | The Saville | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Fairfield Apartments | 2BR / 1BA | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
| 2425-2445 Old Greensboro Rd | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $990 |
| The Livery Apartments | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,020 |
| Hilltop House | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $1,069 |
| Village Lofts Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,080 |
| 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 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Skyland, NC
As of April 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Skyland area is the $1.30 price per square foot 664 W 2nd St Model at 664 W 2nd St in the in the South Central Winston Salem neighborhood starting from $1,295. The second greatest value Skyland apartment is the Kahlo Model at Gallery Lofts starting at $1,500 with a $1.53 price per square foot in the Downtown Winston Salem neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Skyland apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 664 W 2nd St | 664 W 2nd St | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Gallery Lofts | Kahlo | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| 2425-2445 Old Greensboro Rd | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Village Lofts Apartments | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.89 |
| 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 |
| Gateway Apartments | 1.1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| The Livery Apartments | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| Kensington Village | The Saville | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSkyland, Winston-Salem, NC
Ranked #81
Among cities in North Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Skyland, Winston-Salem, NC
Ashley Elementary
The Downtown School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Skyland Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Skyland?
The cheapest apartment in Skyland is Kensington Village which is listed at $850, while the average apartment in Skyland costs $1,885.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Skyland?
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 37 regular apartments in Skyland 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 Skyland?
Cheap apartments in Skyland have an average cost of $693 which is $1,192 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Skyland.
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