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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Beautifully renovated
  • Green space
  • Newly tiled bathrooms
  • Brand-new stainless-steel appliances

Location

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

Ampere Property Management LLC (Management Company)

Leasing office

(215) 800-1213

Property Overview

Highland Commons offers strong overall value with excellent pricing, standout amenities, and a highly convenient location close to public transit, schools, and everyday essentials. Residents benefit from beautifully renovated spaces with green areas, newly tiled bathrooms, and brand-new stainless-steel appliances, all supported by transparent, trustworthy property information. The area’s walkability, diverse age groups, abundant restaurants, and numerous mixed-use spaces make it especially appealing for an active social life.

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

8.7
Very Good
With a solid 8.7 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 Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Dishwasher

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath900 sqft$1,250 /mo1 unit availableDiscover the perfect blend of comfort, style, and convenience at Highland Commons, an inviting apartment community nestled in the highly desirable West Highlands neighborhood of Winston-Salem. Step inside your beautifully renovated 900 sq ft, 2-bedroom, 1-bath home and experience the fresh sophistication of a modern upgrade. Each unit shines with brand-new stainless-steel appliances, freshly tiled bathrooms, and elegantly refinished hardwood floors that give every space a warm, timeless feel. From morning coffee in your updated kitchen to relaxing evenings in your spacious living room, these homes are designed to elevate everyday living. But the charm doesn’t stop at your front door—location is everything, and Highland Commons delivers. Enjoy being just minutes from downtown Winston-Salem, the vibrant West End, and quick highway access for easy commuting to Hanes Mall and major destinations. Prefer to stay closer to home? You’re within walking distance to Hanes Park, Cin Cin Burger Bar, and CVS—putting green space, dining, and daily essentials right at your fingertips. Highland Commons offers the lifestyle you’ve been searching for—modern upgrades, a walkable neighborhood, and unbeatable convenience. Don’t miss your chance to call this incredible community home!

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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.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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About Highland Commons

HomeApartments in Winston-SalemWest Highlands Highland Commons

Welcome Home to Highland Commons – Where Classic Charm Meets Modern Living! Marketing DescriptionDiscover the perfect blend of comfort, style, and convenience at Highland Commons, an inviting apartment community nestled in the highly desirable West Highlands neighborhood of Winston-Salem. Step inside your beautifully renovated 900 sq ft, 2-bedroom, 1-bath home and experience the fresh sophistication of a modern upgrade. Each unit shines with brand-new stainless-steel appliances, freshly tiled bathrooms, and elegantly refinished hardwood floors that give every space a warm, timeless feel. From morning coffee in your updated kitchen to relaxing evenings in your spacious living room, these homes are designed to elevate everyday living. But the charm doesn’t stop at your front door—location is everything, and Highland Commons delivers. Enjoy being just minutes from downtown Winston-Salem, the vibrant West End, and quick highway access for easy commuting to Hanes Mall and major destinations. Prefer to stay closer to home? You’re within walking distance to Hanes Park, Cin Cin Burger Bar, and CVS—putting green space, dining, and daily essentials right at your fingertips. Highland Commons offers the lifestyle you’ve been searching for—modern upgrades, a walkable neighborhood, and unbeatable convenience. Don’t miss your chance to call this incredible community home!


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.
8.7
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.7 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 Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Highland Commons
Price·9A 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 stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·10A 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.
Highland Commons stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
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
  • 87 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Diverse age groups live in this area
  • 195 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
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen

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Rent trends in West Highlands

2-bedroom apartments at Highland Commons cost about 14% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in West Highlands.

Median rents as of May 9 2026.
West Highlands
Winston-Salem
A table of studio rental data trends in Winston-Salem
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,025
June 2024$1,147
July 2024$1,163
August 2024$1,022
September 2024$1,177
October 2024$1,164
November 2024$1,072
December 2024$1,094
January 2025$991
February 2025$978
March 2025$967
April 2025$972
May 2025$1,042
June 2025$1,280
July 2025$1,334
August 2025$1,299
September 2025$1,264
October 2025$1,243
November 2025$929
December 2025$896
January 2026$918
February 2026$1,054
March 2026$1,000
April 2026$982
May 2026$965
A table of studio rental data trends in West Highlands
MonthMedian Rent
November 2025$725

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Schools near Highland Commons

The Children's Center

2315 coliseum dr

winston salem, NC, 27106

PK, K-5Public
A-

Family Services Child Development Center - WSSU

601 s martin luther king jr dr

winston salem, NC, 27110

PKPublic

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

Appalachian Academy at Middle Fork

3125 williston rd

walkertown, NC, 27051

K-5Public
D-
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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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