Winston-Salem Landlord Software
Manage your Winston-Salem rentals with confidence. Serve the City of Arts and Innovation. RentMouse helps landlords manage properties in this historic and growing city.
Winston-Salem Rental Market Overview
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Winston-Salem has transitioned from tobacco/textiles to tech and medicine. Wake Forest University anchors the local economy.
Source: NC Housing Finance Agency & Census Bureau
Navigate Winston-Salem Rental Laws
Summary Ejectment (Eviction)
NC uses "Summary Ejectment" for evictions. You must give 10 days notice for non-payment before filing in Small Claims Court.
Security Deposit Trust Accounts
Deposits must be held in a trust account in a licensed bank. You must notify the tenant of the bank name and address within 30 days.
Deposit Return Timeline
Return deposits within 30 days of lease end. Can be extended to 60 days with an interim estimate if damages are hard to calculate.
Late Fee Limits
Late fees are capped at $15 or 5% of rent, whichever is greater. Can only be charged if rent is 5 days late.
Fit and Habitable Premises
Landlords must keep premises fit and habitable, including working smoke and CO detectors. No "repair and deduct" right for tenants in NC.
Victim Protection
Tenants who are victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking have special rights to terminate leases early.
Popular Winston-Salem Neighborhoods
Downtown Winston-Salem
Avg. Rent: $1,400
Ardmore
Avg. Rent: $1,300
West End
Avg. Rent: $1,350
Washington Park
Avg. Rent: $1,200
Innovation Quarter
Avg. Rent: $1,500
Clemmons
Avg. Rent: $1,250
"Winston-Salem is transforming. RentMouse helps me modernize my business to match the city's growth. Digital leases are a must now."— Thomas H., Winston-Salem Investor
Everything Winston-Salem Landlords Need
Online Rent Collection
Accept e-transfer, credit cards, or ACH. Track payments, send reminders, and generate receipts automatically.
Tenant Screening
Run credit checks, employment verification, and reference checks. Compliant with NC Fair Housing laws.
Property Maintenance
Track maintenance requests, schedule inspections, and ensure premises are fit and habitable.
NC Lease Templates
Generate North Carolina compliant residential lease agreements with all required addendums.
Start Managing Winston-Salem Rentals Today
Join Winston-Salem landlords using RentMouse to collect rent, stay compliant, and save hours every month. First unit is free.