
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Central Winston Salem Neighborhood of Winston-Salem, NC from $400 (31 Rentals)
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1086 W Bank St

1404 W 4th St

300 N Spring St

The Residences at Diamond Ridge

400 Duke St SW

2001 S Main St
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115 S Spruce St

1710 Lomond St

151 Westdale Ave NW

803 W End Blvd

632 Mulberry St SW

630 Mulberry St SW

639 S Poplar St
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The Livery Apartments

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Hilltop House

235 E Monmouth St

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Salem Crossing

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1047 W Academy St, Unit 7, Unit 7

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Terra Churton

422 Gregory St SW

Terra Academy

327 Taylor St SW

Salem View Apartments
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510 Alexander St

1306 Glade Street

Crafton Townhouses
South Central Winston Salem, Winston-Salem, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Central Winston Salem?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Central Winston Salem Studio Apartments | $1,552 | $1,260 | $1,753 |
| South Central Winston Salem 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,380 | $430 | $2,067 |
| South Central Winston Salem 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,786 | $513 | $3,250 |
| South Central Winston Salem 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,276 | $1,190 | $1,350 |
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Cheapest Available South Central Winston Salem Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Central Winston Salem area of Winston-Salem, NC is a 2 Beds unit found at The Residences at Diamond Ridge priced from $830. 1306 Glade Street has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $995. Here are the most affordable South Central Winston Salem apartments for rent in Winston-Salem, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Residences at Diamond Ridge | 932B1BM | 2BR,1BA | $830 |
| 1306 Glade Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| The Livery Apartments | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,020 |
| Hilltop House | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $1,069 |
| 600 Peters Creek | 2 bedroom 60% | 2BR,1BA | $1,090 |
| Gateway Apartments | 1.1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| West End Station | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,310 |
| Link Apartments® Brookstown | S1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,331 |
| The Easley | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,643 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Central Winston Salem, NC
As of April 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Central Winston Salem 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 South Central Winston Salem apartment is the 2 bedroom 60% Model at 600 Peters Creek starting at $1,090 with a $1.11 price per square foot in the South Central Winston Salem neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Central Winston Salem 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 |
| 600 Peters Creek | 2 bedroom 60% | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Gateway Apartments | 1.1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| 4th and Green | 1x1 Moss | 1BR,1BA | $2.29 |
| Hilltop House | A5 | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| The Residences at Diamond Ridge | 931B1BSR | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| The Easley | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.69 |
| Link Apartments® Brookstown | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.48 |
| West End Station | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.32 |
| The Livery Apartments | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Central Winston Salem Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Central Winston Salem Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Central Winston Salem Apartment is $840 at The Residences at Diamond Ridge.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Central Winston Salem Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Central Winston Salem is starting from $830 at The Residences at Diamond Ridge.
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