What is the average apartment size in Winston - Salem?

The average size for a Winston - Salem, NC apartment is 925 square feet, but this number varies greatly depending on unit type, with cheap and luxury alternatives for houses and apartments alike. Studio apartments are the smallest and most affordable, 1-bedroom apartments are closer to the average, while 2-bedroom apartments and 3-bedroom apartments offer a more generous square footage.

What is the average rent in Winston - Salem?

As of Jan / 2026, the average rent in Winston - Salem is $1,280 per month, a 0.2% increase from last years average of $1,278.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in Winston - Salem?

In Winston - Salem, studios rent for $943 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,162 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $1,290 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $1,618 per month

What is the average apartment size in Winston - Salem?

The typical apartment in Winston - Salem offers about 925 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in Winston - Salem?

Studio apartments in Winston - Salem average 452 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 723 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 997 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,286 sq. ft.

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Winston - Salem?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Winston - Salem include West Salem ($818/month), Easton ($922/month), and Aldbrige ($964/month), all below the citywide average of $1,280.

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Winston - Salem?

The most expensive neighborhoods in Winston - Salem are West End Winston ($1,711/month), Meadowlark Downs ($1,790/month), and Downtown Winston - Salem ($1,798/month), often due to premium locations and high-end amenities.

Winston - Salem, NC Rental Market Trends

Q: What's the typical rent budget in Winston - Salem?

The typical rent budget in Winston - Salem ranges from $1,001 to $1,500 per month, with 55% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in Winston - Salem?

In Winston - Salem, 36% of households rent while 64% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Last updated: February 21, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Winston - Salem is $1,280, a 0.2% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,278.

Studio Apartments at $943 offer the most budget-friendly option with 452 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 723 square feet for $1,162, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $1,290 offer 997 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,286 sq ft) for $1,618, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Winston - Salem, NC

Last updated: February 21, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,280	925 sq. ft.
Studio	$943	452 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,162	723 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$1,290	997 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$1,618	1,286 sq. ft.

Winston - Salem, NC rent trends

Rental prices in Winston - Salem, NC have increased by 0.2% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,278 to $1,280.

What's the typical rent budget in Winston - Salem, NC?

The largest share of rentals in Winston - Salem, NC (55%) fall between $1,001-$1,500 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

Do most people rent or own in Winston - Salem, NC?

59,584 or 36% of the households in Winston - Salem, NC are renter-occupied while 106,836 or 64% are owner-occupied.

Most affordable neighborhoods in Winston - Salem?

West Salem $818/month

Easton $922/month

Aldbrige $964/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $1,280/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Winston - Salem?

West End Winston $1,711/month

Meadowlark Downs $1,790/month

Downtown Winston - Salem $1,798/month

These neighborhoods typically command higher rents due to location, amenities, and demand.

Average Rent in Winston - Salem, NC By Neighborhood

Neighborhood	Average Rent
Downtown Winston - Salem	$1,798
Meadowlark Downs	$1,790
West End Winston	$1,711
Westbrook	$1,568
Brookwood	$1,381
Brookridge	$1,365
Atwood Acres	$1,347
South Fork	$1,328
Ardmore	$1,247
Twin Gardens	$1,234
Mount Tabor	$1,234
South Peace Haven	$1,225
East Winston	$1,189
Windsor Estates	$1,183
Old Vineyard	$1,118
Peace Haven	$1,098
Union Cross	$1,075
Town and Country Estates	$1,069
Summer Trace	$1,069
The Village	$1,047
Colonial Estates	$1,001
Aldbrige	$964
Easton	$922
West Salem	$818

Winston - Salem | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Aldbrige is 23% lower than in Ardmore

$964

Aldbrige rent is 25% lower than Winston - Salem average

Average Rent $964

$1,247

Ardmore rent is 3% lower than Winston - Salem average

Average Rent $1,247

How Winston - Salem Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
Winston - Salem	$1,280
Charlotte	$1,652
Raleigh	$1,574
Greensboro	$1,322
Durham	$1,541
Fayetteville	$1,279
Concord	$1,525
Clayton	$1,590
Wilmington	$1,613
High Point	$1,243
Mooresville	$1,617
Salisbury	$1,240
Lexington, NC	$1,217
Mount Airy, NC	$1,225
Thomasville, NC	$1,074
Advance, NC	$1,508
Jamestown, NC	$1,424
Archdale, NC	$1,219
Mocksville, NC	$934
Browns Summit, NC	$1,146

Where this data comes from

The rental statistics on this page were compiled by RentCafe.com, a nationwide apartment search website trusted by millions of renters to find apartments and houses for rent throughout the U.S.

Rent prices, trends, and apartment sizes were calculated based on data from our sister company, Yardi Matrix, an apartment market intelligence solution that covers approximately 90% of the U.S. metro area population. The data includes comprehensive information on all Winston - Salem apartment buildings with 50 or more units, totaling 23.5 million apartments across 181 U.S. markets.

Housing composition data was sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, using the most recently available information by tenure.