Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Winston Salem Neighborhood of Winston-Salem, NC from $500 (31 Rentals)

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Plantation Place
2 Bedroom Apartments

Plantation Place

2056 Swaim RdWinston-Salem, NC 27127
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Garden Park Hanes Mall
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Garden Park Hanes Mall

160 Dalewood DrWinston-Salem, NC 27104
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West Meadows Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

West Meadows Apartments

101 Westmeadows DrWinston-Salem, NC 27103
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Salem Ridge
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Salem Ridge

231 Brierhurst DrWinston-Salem, NC 27104
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Brookford Place
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Brookford Place

50 Brookford Pl CtWinston-Salem, NC 27104
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Savannah Place
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Savannah Place

400 Magnolia Branch DrWinston-Salem, NC 27104

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Villas at Vineyard
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Villas at Vineyard

3401 Old Vineyard RdWinston-Salem, NC 27103
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The Arlington
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Arlington

3411 Old Vineyard RdWinston-Salem, NC 27103
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Briarleigh Park
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Briarleigh Park

401 Park Ridge LnWinston-Salem, NC 27104

Southwest Winston Salem, Winston-Salem, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Southwest Winston Salem Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southwest Winston Salem area of Winston-Salem, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Salem Crest Apartment Homes priced from $785. Gardens At Country Club has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $810. Here are the most affordable Southwest Winston Salem apartments for rent in Winston-Salem, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Salem Crest Apartment Homes1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$785
Gardens At Country Club11BTH1BR,1BA$810
Townhomes at Little CreekTH-1B1BR1BR,1BA$855
Ardmore TerraceThe Cypress1BR,1BA$885
Alder Ridge Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$950
Arbors Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$950
The Lofts at the PlazaThe Stratford1BR,1BA$995
200 Braehill ApartmentsCanaval1BR,1BA$995
The Lofts at WoodsmillA11BR,1BA$999
Carlyle Place ApartmentsONE BEDROOM/ ONE BATH1BR,1BA$999

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Winston Salem, NC

As of November 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southwest Winston Salem area is the $1.35 price per square foot Two Bedroom - Option B Model at Summerlin Ridge Apartments in the in the Southwest Winston Salem neighborhood starting from $1,454. The second greatest value Southwest Winston Salem apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at Highland Commons starting at $1,000 with a $1.11 price per square foot in the Southwest Winston Salem neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southwest Winston Salem apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Summerlin Ridge ApartmentsTwo Bedroom - Option B2BR,2BA$1.35
Highland Commons2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.11
The Arlington2BR 1BA - 882sqft2BR,1BA$1.24
Charleston ApartmentsCharleston Apartments2BR,1.5BA$1.24
Ardmore TerraceThe Dogwood2BR,1BA$1.16
Villas at VineyardVV-1B1B1BR,1BA$1.31
Arbors Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.31
Salem Crest Apartment Homes1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.15
Gardens At Country Club111BR,1BA$1.24
Townhomes at Little CreekTH-1B1B1BR,1BA$1.32

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Southwest Winston Salem, Winston-Salem, NC

Ranked #57

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

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across North Carolina, including Winston-Salem. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and proximity to parks, places that make kids happy, raising pets, transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southwest Winston Salem Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Southwest Winston Salem Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southwest Winston Salem Apartment is $785 at Salem Crest Apartment Homes.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Southwest Winston Salem Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Southwest Winston Salem is starting from $935 at Salem Crest Apartment Homes.

What is the most affordable Southwest Winston Salem Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Southwest Winston Salem Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Gardens At Country Club and starts from $1,261.

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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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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

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