
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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Pine Crest Apartments
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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 | $1,440 | $777 | $1,970 |
| River Forest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,850 | $936 | $2,385 |
| River Forest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,625 | $1,089 | $2,660 |
| 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 2 Beds unit found at Pine Crest Apartments priced from $1,160. Brookstone Park has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,180. Here are the most affordable River Forest apartments for rent in Covington, LA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pine Crest Apartments | 2BR2B- 60%Pine Crest Apartments | 2BR,2BA | $1,160 |
| Brookstone Park | 1X1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,180 |
| Reagan Crossing | One-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,180 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in River Forest, LA
As of January 23, 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 One-Bedroom Model at Reagan Crossing starting at $1,180 with a $1.49 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pine Crest Apartments | 2BR2B- 60%Pine Crest Apartments | 2BR,2BA | $1.21 |
| Reagan Crossing | One-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Brookstone Park | 1X1A | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| Elan at Terra Bella | A (studio) | 1BR,1BA | $2.43 |
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 Brookstone Park which is listed at $1,180, while the average apartment in River Forest costs $1,545.
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 11 regular apartments in River Forest that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
Expert Rental Resources
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
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