
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West End South Neighborhood of Winston-Salem, NC from $400 (60 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the West End South area of Winston-Salem.


1652 N Cherry St

1652 N Cherry St

1231 Gholson Ave S East

2336 N Cherry St

128 Weatherwood Ct

1086 W Bank St

225 N Jackson Ave, Unit Unit A

2026 N Cherry St

2332 N Cherry St
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200 High St

1404 W 4th St

300 N Spring St

The Residences at Diamond Ridge

Total Monthly Price
1225 New Hope Ln, Unit D, Unit D

832 W 7th St

1396 Chestnut Plains Ct

666 N Spring St

1710 Lomond St

Ardmore Terrace
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Bromley Park

1462 N Cherry St

2425 Queen St

151 Westdale Ave NW

630 Mulberry St SW

632 Mulberry St SW

639 S Poplar St

Hillside Apartments

Holland Apartments

Salem Crossing
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Gregory Street Apartments

Teakwood Manor Apartments

First Street Apartments

Colony Place Apartments

Wilma Apartments

Fairview Landing

1047 W Academy St, Unit 7, Unit 7

1505 Williamson St

Woodlawn Apartments

1410 Academy Street Apartments
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Terra Churton

Studios at West End

422 Gregory St SW

915 Carolina Ave NW

The Villages at Ardmore Landing

1350 N Chestnut St

Terra Academy

Spring Garden Apartments

327 Taylor St SW

Skyline Village Apartments
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West End South, Winston-Salem, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West End South?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West End South Studio Apartments | $1,462 | $1,175 | $1,718 |
| West End South 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,452 | $430 | $2,055 |
| West End South 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,790 | $513 | $3,514 |
| West End South 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,169 | $1,190 | $3,597 |
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There are currently 60 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the West End South Neighborhood of Winston-Salem, NC.
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Cheapest Available West End South Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the West End South area of Winston-Salem, NC is a 2 Beds unit found at The Residences at Diamond Ridge priced from $830. Gray Court Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $895. Here are the most affordable West End South apartments for rent in Winston-Salem, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Residences at Diamond Ridge | 932B1BM | 2BR,1BA | $830 |
| 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 | $949 |
| 1306 Glade Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| The Livery Apartments | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,020 |
| Village Lofts Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,080 |
| Hilltop House | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $1,215 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West End South, NC
As of April 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the West End South area is the $1.30 price per square foot 664 W 2nd St Model at 664 W 2nd St in the in the South Central Winston Salem neighborhood starting from $1,295. The second greatest value West End South apartment is the Kahlo Model at Gallery Lofts starting at $1,500 with a $1.53 price per square foot in the Downtown Winston Salem neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West End South apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 664 W 2nd St | 664 W 2nd St | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Gallery Lofts | Kahlo | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Mill 800 | 1M | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Highland Commons | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| 1612 W 1st St | 1612 W 1st St | 2BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| 1225 New Hope Ln, Unit D | 1225 New Hope Ln | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Ardmore Terrace | The Cypress | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Charleston Apartments | Charleston Apartments | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Bromley Park | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| The Residences at Diamond Ridge | 931B1BSR | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
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Best Local Schools in West End South, Winston-Salem, NC
Brunson Elementary
Reynolds High
Wiley Middle
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West End South Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in West End South?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in West End South is under $1,215.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in West End South?
The cheapest apartment in West End South is The Residences at Diamond Ridge which is listed at $840, while the average apartment in West End South costs $2,095.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in West End South?
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 26 regular apartments in West End South 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 West End South?
Cheap apartments in West End South have an average cost of $362 which is $1,733 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West End South.
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

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Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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