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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Hardwood floors
  • Stainless steel appliances
  • New kitchens
  • Recently renovated
  • Fully renovated apartments
  • New bathrooms

Location

1640 W Northwest Blvd, Winston Salem, NC 27104, USA|West Highlands
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Management

Ampere Property Management LLC

Leasing office

(215) 800-1213

Property Overview

Highland Commons receives an impressive Zumper Expert Rating of 8.6, highlighting its competitive pricing and desirable amenities, with a perfect price rating of 10. The property features recently renovated apartments with hardwood floors and stainless steel appliances. Residents benefit from an ideal location, boasting a 9 out of 10 rating due to proximity to schools, public transport, and numerous restaurants, while the trustworthiness rating of 8 supports transparency regarding property details.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, Highland Commons is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Highland Commons has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Less expensive
  • Elementary school nearby

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath900 sqft$1,000 /mo1 unit availableHighland Commons offers a distinctive and inviting apartment building nestled in the heart of Winston-Salem's West Highlands neighborhood. Each of our 900 sqft, charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath units has undergone a comprehensive renovation. Featuring brand-new stainless-steel appliances in the kitchens, freshly tiled bathrooms, and elegantly refinished hardwood floors throughout, these units seamlessly blend modern amenities with timeless appeal. Listing Highlights: -Prime downtown location in Winston, with easy access to numerous bars and restaurants. -Convenient private parking spot located right next to your entrance for added convenience. -Recently renovated with a new kitchen and bathroom for a fresh, contemporary ambiance. -Spacious bathroom and bedroom offer ample comfort and living space. -Abundant natural light illuminates the unit, creating a welcoming atmosphere. -Ground floor entry ensures effortless access to your home. The location of Highland Commons further enhances your living experience. Centrally situated, you're just a short drive from downtown, the west end, and have quick access to the highway for easy commuting to Hanes Mall. Additionally, residents enjoy the convenience of being within walking distance to Hanes Park, Cin Cin Burger bar, and a CVS, ensuring that all your daily needs and entertainment options are within reach.

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Amenities for Highland Commons

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

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Dog policy

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About Highland Commons

HomeApartments in Winston-SalemWest Highlands Highland Commons

Highland Commons offers a distinctive and inviting apartment building nestled in the heart of Winston-Salem's West Highlands neighborhood. Each of our 900 sqft, charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath units has undergone a comprehensive renovation. Featuring brand-new stainless-steel appliances in the kitchens, freshly tiled bathrooms, and elegantly refinished hardwood floors throughout, these units seamlessly blend modern amenities with timeless appeal. Listing Highlights: -Fully Renovated Apartments -New Kitchens -New Bathrooms -Hardwood Floors -Stainless Steel Appliances W/ Dishwashers -Renovated Free Laundry Center For Residents Less than 1 MILE from: -Grocery, Eat, Drink -Whole Foods -Publix -Harris Teeter -Trader Joes -CVS -Bossy Beulah’s -Cin Cin Burger Bar -Village Juice -The Porch -CAVA -Chick-fil-A -The Quiet Pint Tavern The location of Highland Commons further enhances your living experience. Centrally situated, you're just a short drive from downtown, the west end, and have quick access to the highway for easy commuting to Hanes Mall. Additionally, residents enjoy the convenience of being within walking distance to Hanes Park, Cin Cin Burger bar, and a CVS, ensuring that all your daily needs and entertainment options are within reach.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.6
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, Highland Commons is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Highland Commons has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Highland Commons
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Highland Commons offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, Highland Commons is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Highland Commons is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·7A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust Highland Commons to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Highland Commons is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 76 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Diverse age groups live in this area
  • 193 mixed-use spaces nearby

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How Highland Commons compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.5 mile away
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.3 mile away

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Rent trends in West Highlands

2-bedroom apartments at Highland Commons cost about 9% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in West Highlands.

Median rents as of Sep 20 2025.
West Highlands
Winston-Salem
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Winston-Salem
MonthMedian Rent
October 2023$902
November 2023$898
December 2023$877
January 2024$875
February 2024$850
March 2024$885
April 2024$905
May 2024$932
June 2024$948
July 2024$981
August 2024$949
September 2024$922
October 2024$945
November 2024$948
December 2024$942
January 2025$944
February 2025$933
March 2025$941
April 2025$935
May 2025$925
June 2025$949
July 2025$945
August 2025$938
September 2025$943
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in West Highlands
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$895
October 2024$895

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Bedrooms

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Rent-to-income ratio

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Schools near Highland Commons

The Children's Center

2315 coliseum dr

winston salem, NC, 27106

PK, K-5Public
A-

Virtual Academy

2020 e 12th st

winston-salem, NC, 27101

PK, K-12Public

The Special Children's School

4505 shattalon dr

winston-salem, NC, 27106

PK, K-5Public
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Getting around Winston Salem near 1640 W Northwest Blvd

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Transit

0/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.

Points of interest for 1640 W Northwest Blvd, Winston Salem

Groceries

7/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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