
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Winston Salem State University Neighborhood of Winston-Salem, NC from $400 (42 Rentals)
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2026 N Cherry St

1338 Gray Ave NE

1424 W 4th St

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235 Corona St, Unit 302

200 High St

829 W 7th St

300 N Spring St
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The Residences at Diamond Ridge

1403-1405 Pilot View St

515 N Martin Luther King Jr Dr

832 W 7th St

Kensington Village

124 Taylor St SW

1710 Lomond St

408 Spaugh St SW
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400 Duke St SW

2001 S Main St

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Hilltop House

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2425-2445 Old Greensboro Rd

110 S Marshall St

1004 Camel Heights Dr

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Fairview Landing
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Terra Churton

1410 ACADEMY ST
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Winston Salem State University, Winston-Salem, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Winston Salem State University?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winston Salem State University Studio Apartments | $1,406 | $1,310 | $1,488 |
| Winston Salem State University 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,418 | $725 | $2,080 |
| Winston Salem State University 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,814 | $695 | $3,572 |
| Winston Salem State University 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,198 | $1,190 | $3,543 |
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There are currently 42 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Winston Salem State University Neighborhood of Winston-Salem, NC.
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Cheapest Available Winston Salem State University Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Winston Salem State University 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 Winston Salem State University 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 |
| Kensington Village | The Saville | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Gray Court Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| Hilltop House | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| 2425-2445 Old Greensboro Rd | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $990 |
| Chatham Place Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,040 |
| Village Lofts Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Winston Salem State University, NC
As of February 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Winston Salem State University area is the $1.55 price per square foot Kahlo Model at Gallery Lofts in the in the Downtown Winston Salem neighborhood starting from $1,515. The second greatest value Winston Salem State University apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at 2425-2445 Old Greensboro Rd starting at $990 with a $1.10 price per square foot in the East Winston Salem neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Winston Salem State University apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gallery Lofts | Kahlo | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| 2425-2445 Old Greensboro Rd | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Mill 800 | 1S | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| 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 |
| Gateway Apartments | 1.1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| 235 Corona St, Unit 302 | 235 Corona St | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| The Residences at Diamond Ridge | 931B1BSR | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Kensington Village | The Saville | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Gray Court Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $1.79 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWinston Salem State University, Winston-Salem, NC
Ranked #45
Among cities in North Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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3.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Winston Salem State University Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Winston Salem State University?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Winston Salem State University is under $1,125.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Winston Salem State University?
The cheapest apartment in Winston Salem State University is 1410 ACADEMY ST which is listed at $725, while the average apartment in Winston Salem State University costs $2,045.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Winston Salem State University?
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 31 regular apartments in Winston Salem State University 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 Winston Salem State University?
Cheap apartments in Winston Salem State University have an average cost of $435 which is $1,610 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Winston Salem State University.
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