131 Westdale Ave NW
Winston-SalemNC27101
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Watkins Neighborhood of Winston-Salem, NC from $400 (63 Rentals)
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609 W Twenty-Third St
Winston-SalemNC27105
1336 Gray Ave NE
Winston-SalemNC27101
1403-1403 Underwood Ave
Winston-SalemNC27105
2322 N Cherry St
Winston-SalemNC27105
619 W Twenty-Third St
Winston-SalemNC27105
1409 Underwood Ave
Winston-SalemNC27105
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1332 Gray Ave NE
Winston-SalemNC27101
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The Residences at Diamond Ridge
730 Anson StWinston-Salem, NC 27103
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from $8502 Bedroom Apartment Available Now
1225 New Hope Ln, Unit B
1225 New Hope LnWinston-Salem, NC 27105
1395 Chestnut Plains Ct
Winston-SalemNC27105
1122-1124 W Academy St
Winston-SalemNC27101
832 W 7th St
Winston-SalemNC27101
151 Westdale Ave NW
Winston-SalemNC27101
918 Franklin St SW
Winston-SalemNC27101
1104 Apple St
Winston-SalemNC27101
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from $9101 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Charleston Apartments
1010 Oak Grove RdWinston-Salem, NC 27103
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from $9351 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Ardmore Terrace
2325 Cloverdale AveWinston-Salem, NC 27103
120 S Poplar St
Winston-SalemNC27101
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2001 S Main St
Winston-SalemNC27127
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110 S Marshall St
Winston-SalemNC27101
1429 W 4th St
Winston-SalemNC27101
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from $9991 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Bromley Park
2113 Bromley Park DrWinston-Salem, NC 27103
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from $1,000Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Village Lofts of Winston-Salem
511 N Cherry StWinston-Salem, NC 27101
639 S Poplar St
Winston-SalemNC27101
1141 W Bank St
Winston-SalemNC27101
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212 N Spring St
Winston-SalemNC27101
812 West St
Winston-SalemNC27101
805 W End Blvd
Winston-SalemNC27101
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from $1,1991 to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 6
Brown School Lofts at Legacy Heights
1125 Highland AveWinston-Salem, NC 27101
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715 Watson Ave., Unit A
715 Watson Ave.Winston-Salem, NC 27103
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Chatham Place Apartments
305 W 4th StWinston-Salem, NC 27101
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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 | $1,373 | $1,015 | $1,530 |
| Watkins 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,516 | $695 | $4,174 |
| Watkins 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,806 | $695 | $4,352 |
| Watkins 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,076 | $1,180 | $4,045 |
| Watkins 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,000 | $3,000 | $3,000 |
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There are currently 63 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Watkins Neighborhood of Winston-Salem, NC.
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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 2 Beds unit found at The Residences at Diamond Ridge priced from $885. Gray Court Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $895. Here are the most affordable Watkins apartments for rent in Winston-Salem, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Residences at Diamond Ridge | 932B1BMR | 2BR,1BA | $885 |
| Gray Court Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| Charleston Apartments | Charleston Apartments | 1BR,1BA | $910 |
| Ardmore Terrace | The Cypress | 1BR,1BA | $935 |
| Bromley Park | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Chatham Place Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Hilltop House | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| Gateway Apartments | 1.1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Watkins, NC
As of June 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Watkins area is the $1.55 price per square foot Rivera Model at Gallery Lofts in the in the Downtown Winston Salem neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Watkins apartment is the 933B1BSR Model at The Residences at Diamond Ridge starting at $1,255 with a $1.35 price per square foot in the South 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gallery Lofts | Rivera | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| The Residences at Diamond Ridge | 933B1BSR | 3BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| 50 West Fourth Residences | 2 Beds, 2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.64 |
| Village Lofts of Winston-Salem | 2 Bed / 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.62 |
| 1225 New Hope Ln, Unit B | 1225 New Hope Ln | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Gateway Apartments | 1.1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Ardmore Terrace | The Cypress | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Charleston Apartments | Charleston Apartments | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Bromley Park | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Gray Court Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $1.79 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWatkins, Winston-Salem, NC
Ranked #10
Among neighborhoods in Winston-Salem, NC for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Watkins, Winston-Salem, NC
Brunson Elementary
Winston Salem & Forsyth County School District
Public School - Grades PK-5 (413)
4 out of 10
Reynolds High
Winston Salem & Forsyth County School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1692)
3 out of 10
The Downtown School
Winston Salem & Forsyth County School District
Public School - Grades PK-8 (409)
8 out of 10
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Getting Around the Watkins Neighborhood in Winston-Salem, NC
Walk Score®
82 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
58 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Watkins Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Watkins?
The cheapest apartment in Watkins is Charleston Apartments which is listed at $910, while the average apartment in Watkins costs $3,000.
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 24 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 $381 which is $2,619 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Watkins.
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