
Cheap Homes for Rent in Watkins Neighborhood of Winston-Salem, NC from $400 (12 Rentals)
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301 N Spring St

1408 Diggs Blvd
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1768 New Walkertown Rd

1024 W 13th St

927 Gillete St

1413 W 4th St

2037 Thurmond St

212 N Spring St

2300 Thurmond St

849 Camel Ave
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2012 Row St
Watkins, Winston-Salem, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Watkins?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Watkins 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,459 | $895 | $2,800 |
Watkins 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,858 | $1,100 | $3,695 |
Watkins 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,863 | $1,250 | $2,400 |
Browse Homes for Rent in this Neighborhood
There are currently 12 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 |
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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 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Watkins, NC
As of May 30, 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. |
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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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Frequently Asked Questions about Watkins
What type of rentals are currently available in Watkins?
There are currently 203 Apartments for Rent in Watkins, NC with pricing that ranges from $695 to $4,352. There are also 49 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Watkins ranging from $499 to $3,695.
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 $499 to $3,695 with an average monthly rent of $1,556.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Watkins?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Watkins range from $1,180 to $4,045, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,100 to $3,695. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,250 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,000.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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.

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