4+ Bedroom Apartment Rent in Winston-Salem, NC
Median asking rent for a 4+ bedroom apartment in Winston-Salem, North Carolina as of August 2026. That's +19% higher than the citywide median of $1,525 and +28% below the national 4+ bedroom median of $2,522.
Income needed for a 4+ bedroom in Winston-Salem
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income guideline (the threshold above which households are considered rent-burdened), here's what you need to earn to comfortably afford a 4+ bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Winston-Salem
Compare Winston-Salem's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 4+ bedroom in North Carolina
| # | City | 4+ Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Marion | $1,260 |
| 2 | Lumberton | $1,360 |
| 3 | Henderson | $1,370 |
| 4 | Shelby | $1,400 |
| 5 | Kill Devil Hills | $1,441 |
| 6 | Kings Mountain | $1,510 |
| 7 | Mount Airy | $1,510 |
| 8 | Archdale | $1,520 |
| 9 | Asheboro | $1,520 |
| 10 | Thomasville | $1,520 |
| 11 | Belville | $1,539 |
| 12 | Lexington | $1,540 |
| 13 | Wilson | $1,600 |
| 14 | Aberdeen | $1,610 |
| 15 | Hickory | $1,670 |
Most expensive cities for a 4+ bedroom in North Carolina
| # | City | 4+ Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Harrisburg | $4,280 |
| 2 | Holly Springs | $3,630 |
| 3 | Apex | $3,517 |
| 4 | Waxhaw | $3,350 |
| 5 | Cary | $3,255 |
| 6 | Davidson | $3,250 |
| 7 | Pineville | $3,100 |
| 8 | Fuquay Varina | $3,100 |
| 9 | Wake Forest | $2,980 |
| 10 | Arden | $2,980 |
| 11 | Mint Hill | $2,970 |
| 12 | Knightdale | $2,940 |
| 13 | Mooresville | $2,920 |
| 14 | Asheville | $2,918 |
| 15 | Clayton | $2,890 |
Nearby cities — 4+ bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 4+ bedroom rents than Winston-Salem.
| City | Distance | 4+ Bedroom rent | vs Winston-Salem |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clemmons, NC | 9.8 mi | $1,840 | +$24 (+1%) |
| Rural Hall, NC | 10.4 mi | $1,820 | +$4 (0%) |
| Kernersville, NC | 12.8 mi | $1,910 | +$94 (+5%) |
| Advance, NC | 15.8 mi | $1,790 | $-26 (-1%) |
| High Point, NC | 18.5 mi | $1,680 | $-136 (-7%) |
| Thomasville, NC | 19.3 mi | $1,520 | $-296 (-16%) |
| Lexington, NC | 19.4 mi | $1,540 | $-276 (-15%) |
| Archdale, NC | 25.7 mi | $1,520 | $-296 (-16%) |
| Greensboro, NC | 30.3 mi | $1,709 | $-107 (-6%) |
| Salisbury, NC | 32.2 mi | $2,110 | +$294 (+16%) |
| Mount Airy, NC | 37.5 mi | $1,510 | $-306 (-17%) |
| Asheboro, NC | 41.2 mi | $1,520 | $-296 (-16%) |
4+ Bedroom rent in Winston-Salem — common questions
How much is a 4+ bedroom apartment in Winston-Salem?
As of August 2026, the median 4+ bedroom apartment rent in Winston-Salem, North Carolina is $1,816 per month. This is +19% higher than the citywide median of $1,525.
What income do you need to afford a 4+ bedroom in Winston-Salem?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $72,640 ($6,053/month gross), which works out to roughly $34.92/hour at a full-time job.
Is Winston-Salem expensive for a 4+ bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Winston-Salem's 4+ bedroom median of $1,816 is +28% below the national 4+ bedroom median of $2,522. It ranks in the 21th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Winston-Salem rank for 4+ bedroom rent in North Carolina?
Among the 122 cities in North Carolina with 4+ bedroom data, Winston-Salem ranks #32 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 4+ bedroom options near Winston-Salem?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 4+ bedroom rents include Advance ($1,790), High Point ($1,680), Thomasville ($1,520).