Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sunnyside Neighborhood of Winston-Salem, NC from $400 (34 Rentals)

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Holland Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Holland Apartments

1121 Hutton StWinston-Salem, NC 27103
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862 Foxwood Pl
1 Bedroom Apartments

862 Foxwood Pl

862 Foxwood PlWinston-Salem, NC 27127
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Salem Crossing
1 Bedroom Apartments

Salem Crossing

1111 Salem Valley RdWinston-Salem, NC 27103
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Wilma Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Wilma Apartments

220 N Hawthorne RdWinston-Salem, NC 27104
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1410 ACADEMY ST
1 Bedroom Apartments

1410 ACADEMY ST

1410 Academy StWinston-Salem, NC 27103
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Cedar Ridge Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Cedar Ridge Apartments

3626-3656 Cedar Springs DrWinston-Salem, NC 27107
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Terra Churton
1 Bedroom Apartments

Terra Churton

1219 Churton StWinston-Salem, NC 27103
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BC - Broadbay Crossings
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

BC - Broadbay Crossings

3610 Baden RdWinston-Salem, NC 27107
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Terra Academy
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Terra Academy

1047 Academy StWinston-Salem, NC 27101
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The Livery Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Livery Apartments

648 Holly AveWinston-Salem, NC 27101
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Penburn Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Penburn Apartments

501 S Hawthorne RdWinston-Salem, NC 27103
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2001 S Main St
2 Bedroom Apartments

2001 S Main St

2001 S Main StWinston-Salem, NC 27127

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Gray Court Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Gray Court Apartments

450 N Broad StWinston-Salem, NC 27101
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1121 West End Blvd
Studio Apartments

1121 West End Blvd

1121 W End BlvdWinston-Salem, NC 27101
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Sunnyside, Winston-Salem, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Sunnyside Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Sunnyside area of Winston-Salem, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at BC - Broadbay Crossings priced from $750. The Residences at Diamond Ridge has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $820. Here are the most affordable Sunnyside apartments for rent in Winston-Salem, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
BC - Broadbay CrossingsOne Bedroom- Classic1BR,1BA$750
The Residences at Diamond Ridge932B1BS2BR,1BA$820
Arbor Pointe2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$949
Arcadian Apartments1BR 1BA - 725sqft1BR,1BA$950
Twin City Townhomes1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$995
Gray Court Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$995
Hilltop HouseA21BR,1BA$1,005
Morgan RidgeTerrace1BR,1BA$1,095
Gateway Apartments1.11BR,1BA$1,300

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sunnyside, NC

As of June 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Sunnyside area is the $1.68 price per square foot 2 Beds, 2 Baths Model at 50 West Fourth Residences in the in the Downtown Winston Salem neighborhood starting from $1,650. The second greatest value Sunnyside apartment is the 932B1BS Model at The Residences at Diamond Ridge starting at $820 with a $1.02 price per square foot in the South Winston Salem neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sunnyside apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
50 West Fourth Residences2 Beds, 2 Baths2BR,2BA$1.68
The Residences at Diamond Ridge932B1BS2BR,1BA$1.02
Gateway Apartments1.11BR,1BA$1.68
Arbor Pointe2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.23
Morgan RidgeTerrace1BR,1BA$1.43
Twin City Townhomes1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.33
Arcadian Apartments1BR 1BA - 725sqft1BR,1BA$1.31
Gray Court Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.42
BC - Broadbay CrossingsOne Bedroom- Classic1BR,1BA$1.30
3300 Starlight Dr, Unit 3300-63300 Starlight Dr1BR,1BA$1.39

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Sunnyside, Winston-Salem, NC

Ranked #111

Among neighborhoods in Winston-Salem, NC for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Winston-Salem. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury housing options, places that make kids happy, raising pets, transit options, walking, and biking. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Sunnyside Neighborhood in Winston-Salem, NC

Walk Score®

56 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

63 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sunnyside Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Sunnyside?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Sunnyside is under $1,300.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Sunnyside?

The cheapest apartment in Sunnyside is BC - Broadbay Crossings which is listed at $750, while the average apartment in Sunnyside costs $3,000.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Sunnyside?

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 21 regular apartments in Sunnyside 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 Sunnyside?

Cheap apartments in Sunnyside have an average cost of $255 which is $2,745 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Sunnyside.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

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