
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the East Forest Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC from $935 (29 Rentals)


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The Pines

Park at Ferentino

Park 2300

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The Madison
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Forester

Galleria Village

5804 Cedars E Ct

Creekridge on the Park
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1030 Pineborough Rd

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Rise Blue Ridge

Parkwood

5808 Hunting Ridge Ln

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Room in Townhome on Summergrove Ct

Matthews Place
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Maverick on Monroe
East Forest, Charlotte, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Forest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Forest Studio Apartments | $1,378 | $1,175 | $1,483 |
East Forest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,455 | $935 | $4,257 |
| East Forest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,836 | $1,130 | $5,106 |
| East Forest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,221 | $1,560 | $7,219 |
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Best Local Schools in East Forest, Charlotte, NC
Greenway Park Elementary
East Mecklenburg High
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Forest Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Forest?
The cheapest apartment in East Forest is Forest At Chasewood which is listed at $935, while the average apartment in East Forest costs $1,802.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East Forest?
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 5 regular apartments in East Forest 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 East Forest?
Cheap apartments in East Forest have an average cost of $242 which is $1,560 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Forest.
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