
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Forestville Neighborhood of Capitol Heights, MD from $1,000 (34 Rentals)
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7301 Calder Dr

6849 Mountain Lake Pl

6849 Mountain Lake Pl

7301 Calder Dr

Courts At Walker Mill

Woods at Addison

1321 Karen Blvd
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Central Gardens I

Central Gardens II Apartments

2312 Wintergreen Ave

Woodland Springs

North Hills Apartments

Flats of Forestville

Avenue Apartments

Parkland Village Apartments
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The Heights

Parkland Square

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Admiral Place

Surrey Square

7145 Donnell Pl

Dunhill South Apartments

Steeplechase
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Mosaic at Largo Station

Opal Largo Station

Acclaim at Lake Largo

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4408 Ridgecrest Dr, Unit 1

Vistas at Lake Largo 55+ Senior Community

Cheval Court

The District at Forestville
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7145 Donnell Pl

7244 Donnell Pl, Unit D-2
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 | $2,136 | $1,579 | $2,639 |
| Forestville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,747 | $1,059 | $3,250 |
| Forestville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,142 | $1,168 | $4,325 |
| Forestville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,448 | $1,568 | $7,122 |
| Forestville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,631 | $1,740 | $3,227 |
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There are currently 34 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. North Hills Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,250. 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 |
| North Hills Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| The District at Forestville | 1Bed1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,275 |
| Avenue Apartments | Madison | 1BR,1BA | $1,297 |
| The Heights | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Flats of Forestville | 2B | 2BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Parkland Square | 1 Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $1,385 |
| Northampton Apartment Homes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,397 |
| Courts At Walker Mill | 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Woods at Addison | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,402 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forestville, MD
As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Forestville area is the $1.47 price per square foot 5806 Burgess Rd Model at 5806 Burgess Rd, Unit Basement Unit in the in the Forest Manor neighborhood starting from $1,950. The second greatest value Forestville apartment is the 3A Model at Flats of Forestville starting at $1,895 with a $1.59 price per square foot in the Metroplace 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5806 Burgess Rd, Unit Basement Unit | 5806 Burgess Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Flats of Forestville | 3A | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.59 |
| Woods at Addison | C1 | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.79 |
| Central Gardens I | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| North Hills Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| The District at Forestville | 1Bed1Bath Den | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| Northampton Apartment Homes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Surrey Square | Victoria | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| Admiral Place | 1A Covington | 1BR,1BA | $2.01 |
| Avenue Apartments | Madison | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleForestville, Capitol Heights, MD
Ranked #2
Among cities in Maryland for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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 $1,402.
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 $10,000.
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 7 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 $373 which is $9,627 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Forestville.
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