Average Rent in Winston Salem, NC
What is the average rent in Winston Salem, NC?
The average listed apartment rent in Winston Salem, NC is $1,878 per month, as of October 20, 2026. This sample includes 83 priced apartments in 5 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
We use published total monthly rent when known and base rent otherwise. Unknown fees remain unknown. Buildings without a qualifying price do not count in this sample. The guide directory can include more buildings.
5 apartment buildings, 83 units. Recorded asking prices and price history where available.
Browse apartments in Winston Salem, NCCheapest
$1,150/mo
757 North Apartments
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5
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83
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Winston Salem, NC Rent Prices
All 5 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
757 North Apartments
757 N Chestnut St, Winston-Salem, NC 27101, USA
Link Apartments® 4th Street
501 W 4th St, Winston-Salem, NC 27101, USA
West End Station
206 N Green St, Winston-Salem, NC 27101, USA
The Artreaux
950 Trade St NW, Winston-Salem, NC 27101, USA
The Easley
994 Second St, Winston-Salem, NC 27101, USA
Crowne Park
900 Crowne Park Dr, Winston-Salem, NC 27106, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 757 North Apartments 757 N Chestnut St, Winston-Salem, NC 27101, USA | $1,150 | $1,436 | -- | 4 (27) | 4 |
| 2 | Link Apartments® 4th Street 501 W 4th St, Winston-Salem, NC 27101, USA | $1,182 | $2,155 | $2.65/ft² | 4.3 (26) | 12 |
| 3 | West End Station 206 N Green St, Winston-Salem, NC 27101, USA | $1,295 as of Oct 3 | $1,776 | $1.93/ft² | 4.4 (220) | 23 |
| 4 | The Artreaux 950 Trade St NW, Winston-Salem, NC 27101, USA | $1,411 | $1,910 | $2.37/ft² | 4.6 (41) | 36 |
| 5 | The Easley 994 Second St, Winston-Salem, NC 27101, USA | $1,415 | $1,819 | $2.15/ft² | 4.1 (73) | 28 |
| 6 | Crowne Park 900 Crowne Park Dr, Winston-Salem, NC 27106, USA | $1,465 | $1,528 | $1.72/ft² | 4.4 (52) | 3 |
Rent & Price History by Building
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757 North Apartments
4 (27)757 N Chestnut St, Winston-Salem, NC 27101, USA
Link Apartments® 4th Street
4.3 (26)501 W 4th St, Winston-Salem, NC 27101, USA
West End Station
4.4 (220)206 N Green St, Winston-Salem, NC 27101, USA
The Artreaux
4.6 (41)950 Trade St NW, Winston-Salem, NC 27101, USA
The Easley
4.1 (73)994 Second St, Winston-Salem, NC 27101, USA
Crowne Park
4.4 (52)900 Crowne Park Dr, Winston-Salem, NC 27106, USA
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Winston Salem, NC neighborhoods
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Winston Salem, NC Average Rent Prices 2026
The average listed rent in Winston Salem, NC is $1,878 per month, based on 83 units across 5 apartment communities. Prices range from $1,150 at 757 North Apartments to $3,454 at The Artreaux.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,475/mo | $1,182/mo | 7 |
| 1 Bed | $1,626/mo | $1,150/mo | 52 |
| 2 Bed | $2,541/mo | $1,600/mo | 24 |
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Market Context
Who rents in Winston Salem, NC, and what they pay
Tracked one-bedroom rent in Winston Salem, NC averages $1,626/mo, with two-bedroom units averaging $2,541/mo. At the local median household income of $57,673, that works out to 39% of gross income, above the 30 percent affordability ceiling, a stretched-budget market.
The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2023 release pegged median gross rent in Winston Salem, NC at $1,033/mo. The current tracked market average runs 82% higher than that benchmark, reflecting both two to three years of rent growth and the fact that the Census figure covers all renter-occupied housing in Winston Salem, NC while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Winston Salem, NC?
Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$75,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $1,878/mo.
Comfortable income
$90,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($1,150/mo), you need to earn at least $46,000/year.
Median household income in Winston Salem, NC is $57,673 , about 36% below the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in Winston Salem, NC
Overall prices in Winston Salem, NC runs below the national average by about 8% (BEA Regional Price Parity index 91.6, where 100 equals the U.S. average). The breakdown below estimates monthly costs for a single adult, using national consumer-spending baselines from the Bureau of Labor Statistics scaled by Winston Salem, NC's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $1,878 |
| Utilities | $296 |
| Groceries | $523 |
| Transportation | $705 |
| Healthcare | $344 |
| Other goods and services | $550 |
| Estimated total | $4,296/mo |
Population
250,887
Median household income
$57,673
Census median rent
$1,033/mo
Census rent burden
29.5%
Median age
35.6
Mean commute
22 min
Methodology
Rent data
We use listed asking rents and schedule daily data updates. Individual buildings can have different verification dates. Check the building or unit page for its latest price and availability.
Cost of living
Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually.
Salary to live comfortably
We estimate annual income by dividing annual rent by 30 percent for the affordability figure and 25 percent for the comfortable-income figure. These estimates are a guide, not a guarantee of rental approval.
Demographic figures
Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release.
Cost of living and demographic figures were last published in 2023.
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Nearby cities in North Carolina
How Winston Salem, NC rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Winston Salem, NC | 30-Day Change | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlotte, NC | $2,075 | +10% | -1.5% | 89 |
| Raleigh, NC | $1,650 | -12% | -11.4% | 35 |
| Cary, NC | $1,960 | +4% | -1.1% | 33 |
| Concord, NC | $1,522 | -19% | -8.1% | 25 |
| Morrisville, NC | $1,757 | -6% | -1.3% | 25 |
| Asheville, NC | $1,836 | -2% | -2% | 22 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Winston Salem, NC?
The average listed apartment rent in Winston Salem, NC is $1,878 per month, as of October 20, 2026. This sample includes 83 priced apartments in 5 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
What is the median rent in Winston Salem, NC?
The median asking rent in Winston Salem, NC is $1,654 per month, computed from 83 priced listings; check the observation dates shown on this page. The average is $1,878/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Winston Salem, NC?
The lowest available rent in Winston Salem, NC starts at $1,150 per month. Confirm current availability, fees, and lease terms with the selected listing.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Winston Salem, NC?
1-bedroom apartments in Winston Salem, NC average $1,626/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $1,150/mo across 52 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Winston Salem, NC?
2-bedroom apartments in Winston Salem, NC average $2,541/mo. Units start from $1,600/mo across 24 units currently listed.
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