Cheap Homes for Rent in the Watkins Neighborhood of Winston-Salem, NC from $600 (29 Rentals)

How Many Bedrooms?Done
Select your price rangeDone
to
Note: Properties with the Total Monthly Price badge include all required fees. Hover over the badge for details.
By AmenitiesDone
By Community TypeDone
Features and AvailabilityDone
Done

Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the Watkins area of Winston-Salem.

property at 130 N Sunset Dr

$700 - $800

Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$700 - $800
Total Monthly Price
$700 - $800

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Now

130 N Sunset Dr

Winston-SalemNC27101

Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Find income-restricted rentals and housing subsidies. Explore government programs designed to help low-income families secure stable, affordable housing.

Read Article
property at 832 W 7th St

$925

Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$925
Total Monthly Price
$925

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Now

832 W 7th St

Winston-SalemNC27101

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

Read Article

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

Read Article
property at 912 Pittsburg Ave

$1,199

Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$1,199
Total Monthly Price
$1,199

3 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Now

912 Pittsburg Ave

Winston-SalemNC27105

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

Read Article
Showing Results 1-29, Page 1 of 1

Watkins, Winston-Salem, NC Local Guide

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 $820. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Residences at Diamond Ridge932B1BS2BR,1BA$820
Gray Court Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$895
Ardmore TerraceThe Azalea1BR,1BA$910
Village Lofts0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$950
The Livery Apartments1 Bed1BR,1BA$1,020
Bromley Park1x11BR,1BA$1,049
664 2nd St NWTwo Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$1,095
1306 Glade Street2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1,145
Link Apartments® BrookstownS11BR,1BA$1,264

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Watkins, NC

As of July 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Watkins area is the $1.51 price per square foot Miro Model at Gallery Lofts in the in the Downtown Winston Salem neighborhood starting from $2,120. The second greatest value Watkins apartment is the The Landis Model at Legacy at Ardmore starting at $2,275 with a $1.71 price per square foot in the Southwest Winston Salem neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Watkins apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Gallery LoftsMiro2BR,2BA$1.51
Legacy at ArdmoreThe Landis2BR,2BA$1.71
Mill 8002T2BR,2BA$1.45
664 2nd St NWTwo Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$1.10
715 Watson Ave., Unit C715 Watson Ave.2BR,1BA$1.65
1606 N Patterson Ave, Unit 1604 D N Patterson Ave1606 N Patterson Ave2BR,1BA$1.28
Gateway Apartments1.11BR,1BA$1.68
Ardmore TerraceThe Cypress1BR,1BA$1.33
Bromley Park1x11BR,1BA$1.61
The Residences at Diamond Ridge931B1BSR1BR,1BA$1.31

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

Read Article
Decorative image

Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

Read Article
Decorative image

Quick Rent Budget Calculator

How much rent can you afford?

The common "Rule of Thumb" is that rent should be no more than 30% of your income. How much is that? Enter your monthly income and click "Calculate My Budget" to find out.

decorative image of people with a giant lease agreement

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Watkins, Winston-Salem, NC

Ranked #8

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

decorative image of woman handing cat to small boy

Best Local Schools in
Watkins, Winston-Salem, NC

School data provided by Great Schools

Frequently Asked Questions about Watkins

What type of rentals are currently available in Watkins?

There are currently 216 Apartments for Rent in Watkins, NC with pricing that ranges from $430 to $3,934. There are also 79 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Watkins ranging from $695 to $6,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Watkins?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Watkins ranges from $695 to $6,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,479.

Expert Rental Resources

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

decorative image for Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals article

Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

decorative image for Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It article

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

decorative image for Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention article

Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

decorative image for How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide article

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.