
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Forestville Neighborhood of Capitol Heights, MD from $1,059 (27 Rentals)
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Courts at Walker Mill Apartments

Central Gardens I

Central Gardens II Apartments

Millwood Townhouses

2014 Ritchie Rd
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1716 Bradmoore Dr
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2014 Ritchie Rd

Cheval Court

The District at Forestville
Forestville, Capitol Heights, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Forestville?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forestville Studio Apartments | $2,101 | $1,671 | $2,613 |
| Forestville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,706 | $1,059 | $2,950 |
| Forestville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,977 | $1,168 | $3,878 |
| Forestville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,182 | $1,568 | $5,653 |
| Forestville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,584 | $1,740 | $2,816 |
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There are currently 27 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Forestville Neighborhood of Capitol Heights, MD.
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Cheapest Available Forestville Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Forestville area of Capitol Heights, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at Central Gardens I priced from $1,160. Flats of Forestville has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,232. Here are the most affordable Forestville apartments for rent in Capitol Heights, MD:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Gardens I | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,160 |
| Flats of Forestville | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,232 |
| North Hills Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Avenue Apartments | Madison | 1BR,1BA | $1,297 |
| The Heights | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| The District at Forestville | 1Bed1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,325 |
| Woods at Addison | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,378 |
| Admiral Place Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Courts at Walker Mill Apartments | 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Parkland Village | A4-60 | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forestville, MD
As of September 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Forestville area is the $1.90 price per square foot Monroe Model at Truman Park in the in the Winshire Estates neighborhood starting from $2,130. The second greatest value Forestville apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Central Gardens I starting at $1,922 with a $2.08 price per square foot in the North Forestville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Forestville apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Truman Park | Monroe | 2BR,2BA | $1.90 |
| Central Gardens I | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| North Hills Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Northampton Apartment Homes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.97 |
| Lerner Surrey Square | Victoria | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| Woods at Addison | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| The District at Forestville | 1Bed1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| Admiral Place Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| Flats of Forestville | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| Avenue Apartments | Madison | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleForestville, Capitol Heights, MD
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Forestville, Capitol Heights, MD
John H. Bayne Elementary
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Forestville Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Forestville?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Forestville is under $1,400.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Forestville?
The cheapest apartment in Forestville is Central Gardens I which is listed at $1,160, while the average apartment in Forestville costs $1,850.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Forestville?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 11 regular apartments in Forestville that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Forestville?
Cheap apartments in Forestville have an average cost of $152 which is $1,698 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Forestville.
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