
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the River Forest Neighborhood of Covington, LA from $400 (8 Rentals)
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River Forest, Covington, LA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in River Forest?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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River Forest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,484 | $777 | $1,950 |
River Forest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,549 | $936 | $2,039 |
River Forest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,711 | $1,089 | $2,300 |
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There are currently 8 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the River Forest Neighborhood of Covington, LA.
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Cheapest Available River Forest Apartments for Rent
 Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Reagan Crossing | One-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
Elan at Terra Bella | D | 1BR,1BA | $1,454 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in River Forest, LA
As of June 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the River Forest area is the $1.64 price per square foot D Model at Elan at Terra Bella in the in the Old Covington neighborhood starting from $1,454. The second greatest value River Forest apartment is the One-Bedroom Model at Reagan Crossing starting at $995 with a $1.26 price per square foot in the Clairborne Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for River Forest apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Elan at Terra Bella | D | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
Reagan Crossing | One-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
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Getting Around the River Forest Neighborhood in Covington, LA
Walk Score®
11 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
41 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap River Forest Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom River Forest Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom River Forest Apartment is $995 at Reagan Crossing.
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