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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Watkins Neighborhood of Winston-Salem, NC from $400 (66 Rentals)
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2328 N Cherry St
Winston-SalemNC27105
611 W Twenty-Third St
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2026 N Cherry St
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1338 Gray Ave NE
Winston-SalemNC27101
1321 Cunningham St
Winston-SalemNC27107
1424 W 4th St
Winston-SalemNC27101
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235 Corona St, Unit 302
235 Corona StWinston-Salem, NC 27103
605 W Twenty-Third St
Winston-SalemNC27105
829 W 7th St
Winston-SalemNC27101
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1327 Cunningham St
Winston-SalemNC27107
603 W Twenty-Third St
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200 High St
Winston-SalemNC27101
1400 W Academy St
Winston-SalemNC27103
300 N Spring St
Winston-SalemNC27101
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$801 - $1,331
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The Residences at Diamond Ridge
730 Anson StWinston-Salem, NC 27103
1403-1405 Pilot View St
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832 W 7th St
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124 Taylor St SW
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123 S Poplar St
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408 Spaugh St SW
Winston-SalemNC27101
1710 Lomond St
Winston-SalemNC27127
1615 W Northwest Blvd
Winston-SalemNC27104
151 Westdale Ave NW
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111 S Spruce St
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400 Duke St SW
Winston-SalemNC27103
2001 S Main St
Winston-SalemNC27127
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1425 W Academy St, Unit UP
1425 W Academy StWinston-Salem, NC 27103
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$935 - $1,0601 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Ardmore Terrace
2325 Cloverdale AveWinston-Salem, NC 27103
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$949 - $1,610
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$899 - $1,560
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Hilltop House
241 S Cherry StWinston-Salem, NC 27101
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110 S Marshall St
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2425 Queen St
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1025 Carolina Ave NW
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803 W End Blvd
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840 Carolina Ave NW
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807 W End Blvd
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$999 - $1,1891 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Bromley Park
2113 Bromley Park DrWinston-Salem, NC 27103
1004 Camel Heights Dr
Winston-SalemNC27101
812 West St
Winston-SalemNC27101
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Highland Commons
1640 W Northwest BlvdWinston-Salem, NC 27104
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Hillside Apartments
130 Weatherwood CtWinston-Salem, NC 27103
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Holland Apartments
1121 Hutton StWinston-Salem, NC 27103
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Fairview Landing
1120 Burke Village LnWinston-Salem, NC 27105
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Salem Crossing
1111 Salem Valley RdWinston-Salem, NC 27103
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Gregory Street Apartments
323 Gregory StWinston-Salem, NC 27101
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Teakwood Manor Apartments
114 Weatherwood CtWinston-Salem, NC 27103
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First Street Apartments
1220 W First StWinston-Salem, NC 27101
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Colony Place Apartments
900 N Cleveland AveWinston-Salem, NC 27101
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Wilma Apartments
220 N Hawthorne RdWinston-Salem, NC 27104
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Woodlawn Apartments
100 Weatherwood CtWinston-Salem, NC 27103
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Watkins, Winston-Salem, NC Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Watkins?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Watkins Studio Apartments | $1,391 | $1,310 | $1,463 |
| Watkins 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,391 | $695 | $1,905 |
| Watkins 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,721 | $695 | $3,572 |
| Watkins 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,335 | $1,190 | $3,543 |
| Watkins 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,875 | $1,875 | $1,875 |
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Cheapest Available Watkins Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Watkins area of Winston-Salem, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at 1410 ACADEMY ST priced from $725. The Residences at Diamond Ridge has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $830. Here are the most affordable Watkins apartments for rent in Winston-Salem, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1410 ACADEMY ST | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| The Residences at Diamond Ridge | 932B1BM | 2BR,1BA | $830 |
| Gray Court Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| Charleston Apartments | 1BR 1BA - 690sqft | 1BR,1BA | $910 |
| Hilltop House | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| Ardmore Terrace | The Dogwood | 2BR,1BA | $985 |
| Bromley Park | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Highland Commons | 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Watkins, NC
As of February 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Watkins area is the $0.84 price per square foot 1425 W Academy St Model at 1425 W Academy St, Unit UP in the in the South Central Winston Salem neighborhood starting from $925. The second greatest value Watkins apartment is the Kahlo Model at Gallery Lofts starting at $1,515 with a $1.55 price per square foot in the Downtown Winston Salem neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Watkins apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1425 W Academy St, Unit UP | 1425 W Academy St | 2BR,1BA | $0.84 |
| Gallery Lofts | Kahlo | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Highland Commons | 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Ardmore Terrace | The Dogwood | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| 1610 N Patterson Ave, Unit 1610 N Patterson ave | 1610 N Patterson Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Chatham Place Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Charleston Apartments | 1BR 1BA - 690sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Bromley Park | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| 235 Corona St, Unit 302 | 235 Corona St | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| The Residences at Diamond Ridge | 931B1BSR | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
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Best Local Schools in Watkins, Winston-Salem, NC
Brunson Elementary
Winston Salem & Forsyth County School District
Public School - Grades PK-5 (413)
7 out of 10
Reynolds High
Winston Salem & Forsyth County School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1692)
4 out of 10
The Downtown School
Winston Salem & Forsyth County School District
Public School - Grades PK-8 (409)
7 out of 10
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Watkins Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Watkins?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Watkins is under $1,000.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Watkins?
The cheapest apartment in Watkins is 1410 ACADEMY ST which is listed at $725, while the average apartment in Watkins costs $2,097.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Watkins?
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 29 regular apartments in Watkins 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 Watkins?
Cheap apartments in Watkins have an average cost of $419 which is $1,678 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Watkins.
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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.
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