
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the River Forest Neighborhood of Covington, LA from $700 (8 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the River Forest area of Covington.


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The Groves at Mile Branch
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| River Forest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,333 | $777 | $1,564 |
| River Forest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,640 | $936 | $2,095 |
| River Forest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,492 | $1,089 | $2,167 |
| River Forest 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,501 | $1,501 | $1,501 |
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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
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the River Forest area of Covington, LA is a 1 Bed unit found at Reagan Crossing priced from $1,105. Pine Crest Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,160. Here are the most affordable River Forest apartments for rent in Covington, LA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reagan Crossing | One-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,105 |
| Pine Crest Apartments | 2BR2B- 60%Pine Crest Apartments | 2BR,2BA | $1,160 |
| Elan at Terra Bella | A (studio) | 1BR,1BA | $1,253 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in River Forest, LA
As of March 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the River Forest area is the $1.21 price per square foot 2BR2B- 60%Pine Crest Apartments Model at Pine Crest Apartments in the in the Clairborne Hill neighborhood starting from $1,160. The second greatest value River Forest apartment is the 1X1C Model at Brookstone Park starting at $1,305 with a $1.65 price per square foot in the Tyler 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pine Crest Apartments | 2BR2B- 60%Pine Crest Apartments | 2BR,2BA | $1.21 |
| Brookstone Park | 1X1C | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| Reagan Crossing | One-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| 921 W 23rd Ave, Unit A | 921 W 23rd Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Elan at Terra Bella | A (studio) | 1BR,1BA | $2.32 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleRiver Forest, Covington, LA
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2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap River Forest Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in River Forest?
The cheapest apartment in River Forest is Reagan Crossing which is listed at $1,105, while the average apartment in River Forest costs $1,658.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in River 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 3 regular apartments in River Forest that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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