
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Forest Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC from $400 (15 Rentals)
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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 | $1,277 | $1,020 | $1,483 |
| East Forest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,530 | $446 | $3,313 |
| East Forest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,925 | $846 | $4,251 |
| East Forest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,352 | $1,575 | $5,893 |
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There are currently 15 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Forest Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC.
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Cheapest Available East Forest Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Forest area of Charlotte, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Safire at Matthews priced from $949. The Pines has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $966. Here are the most affordable East Forest apartments for rent in Charlotte, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Safire at Matthews | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| The Pines | The Fairview-Newly Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $966 |
| Park 2300 | Albemarle | 1BR,1BA | $991 |
| Greylyn Estates | S1A | Studio,1BA | $1,020 |
| 59Twenty @ Monroe | 1 x 1 Standard - Call For Availability | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Forest, NC
As of February 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Forest area is the $1.64 price per square foot 630-2THC Model at Radial at Mora Point Townhomes for Rent in Oakhurst in the in the Oakhurst neighborhood starting from $2,050. The second greatest value East Forest apartment is the Dogwood Upgraded - Call For Availability Model at Crown Point Townhomes starting at $1,600 with a $1.33 price per square foot in the Lansdowne neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Forest apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radial at Mora Point Townhomes for Rent in Oakhurst | 630-2THC | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.64 |
| Crown Point Townhomes | Dogwood Upgraded - Call For Availability | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.33 |
| Creekridge on the Park | Three Bedroom - 3B | 3BR,2BA | $1.34 |
| Arcadian Village Apartment Homes | 1.1 Townhome | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Matthews Place | 11A | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| 59Twenty @ Monroe | 1 x 1 Upgrade - Call For Availability | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Stillwater | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| The Pines | The Fairview-Newly Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Park 2300 | Albemarle | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Safire at Matthews | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
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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 Cheapest Studio apartment in East Forest?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in East Forest is at Greylyn Estates listed at $1,020.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Forest Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Forest Apartment is $949 at Safire at Matthews.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East Forest Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Forest is starting from $1,129 at Forest At Chasewood.
What is the most affordable East Forest Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap East Forest Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Arcadian Village Apartment Homes and starts from $1,575.
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