
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Union Ridge Neighborhood of Winston-Salem, NC from $400 (16 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Union Ridge area of Winston-Salem.


The Pointe at Peters Creek

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Stafford Place

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Bromley Park

The Village at Heather Hills

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1345 Waughtown St

137 Weatherwood Ct

Plantation Place II

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862 Foxwood Pl
Union Ridge, Winston-Salem, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Union Ridge?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Union Ridge 1 Bedroom Apartments | $997 | $785 | $1,500 |
| Union Ridge 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,117 | $900 | $1,500 |
| Union Ridge 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,438 | $1,085 | $1,699 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 16 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Union Ridge Neighborhood of Winston-Salem, NC.
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Cheapest Available Union Ridge Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Union Ridge area of Winston-Salem, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Salem Crest Apartment Homes priced from $785. Brannigan Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $865. Here are the most affordable Union Ridge apartments for rent in Winston-Salem, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salem Crest Apartment Homes | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $785 |
| Brannigan Village | 1 bdrm/1 bath A | 1BR,1BA | $865 |
| Twin City Townhomes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| The Village at Heather Hills | Heather South $1095 | 2BR,2BA | $900 |
| Bromley Park | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Union Ridge, NC
As of April 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Union Ridge area is the $0.88 price per square foot Heather South $1095 Model at The Village at Heather Hills in the in the South Winston Salem neighborhood starting from $900. The second greatest value Union Ridge apartment is the 1x1 Patio Model at Stafford Place starting at $1,169 with a $1.45 price per square foot in the Southeast Winston Salem neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Union Ridge apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Village at Heather Hills | Heather South $1095 | 2BR,2BA | $0.88 |
| Stafford Place | 1x1 Patio | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| The Pointe at Peters Creek | 1x1 805 | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Legacy Park Apartments | One Bedroom-One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Twin City Townhomes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Brannigan Village | 1 bdrm/1 bath A | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Carlyle Place Apartments | ONE BEDROOM/ ONE BATH | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Salem Crest Apartment Homes | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Bromley Park | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
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Among cities in North Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Union Ridge Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Union Ridge?
The cheapest apartment in Union Ridge is Salem Crest Apartment Homes which is listed at $785, while the average apartment in Union Ridge costs $1,385.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Union Ridge?
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 2 regular apartments in Union Ridge 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 Union Ridge?
Cheap apartments in Union Ridge have an average cost of $120 which is $1,265 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Union Ridge.
Expert Rental Resources
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