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Apartments under $1,200 for Rent in Winston-Salem, NC

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Winston-Salem at a Glance

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$1,116
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Winston-Salem, NC Apartments for Rent

Winston-Salem combines historic preservation with contemporary living. The city's centerpiece, Old Salem Museums & Gardens, showcases 18th and 19th-century Moravian culture through preserved buildings and interactive exhibits. Downtown Winston-Salem features modern apartments near the Innovation Quarter, while established neighborhoods like West End and Ardmore offer tree-lined streets and classic architecture.

A one-bedroom apartment in Winston-Salem averages $1,090, making it an accessible choice for North Carolina renters. The city center provides convenient access to major employers and cultural destinations. Residents can explore Salem Lake Park's scenic walking trail or visit the Reynolda House Museum of American Art. The downtown district features locally-owned restaurants and cafes, while historic West End's streets showcase restored Victorian-era homes.

Why Winston-Salem?

  • Winston-Salem was listed as one of the best places to live by U.S. News and World Report and several other publications
  • Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center is a national leader in cancer research and technology and is one of the metro area's largest employers
  • The city has a thriving arts scene and is home to several theaters and art centers including Reynolda House Museum of American Art and Winston-Salem Symphony
  • The city is near Piedmont Triad International Airport
  • Residents have easy access to multiple lush parks like Pilot Mountain State Park

Renting in Winston-Salem

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Getting Around Winston-Salem

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Car-Dependent

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Education

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Atkins Acadmic & Technology High

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,192 Students
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Early College Of Forsyth County

Public High School

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Grades 9-12
285 Students
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Oak Grove High

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Grades 9-12
958 Students
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Mount Tabor High School

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Grades 9-12
1,431 Students
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Reynolds High

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Grades 9-12
1,692 Students
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Clemmons Middle School

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Grades 6-8
1,168 Students
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Jefferson Middle

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Grades 6-8
800 Students
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Meadowlark Middle

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Grades 6-8
825 Students
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Oak Grove Middle

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Grades 6-8
727 Students

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