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Montego
1 Bedroom Apartments

Montego

1901 Morehead AveDurham, NC 27707

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Roxboro Quads
2 Bedroom Apartments

Roxboro Quads

2246-2314 S Roxboro StDurham, NC 27707
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901 South
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

901 South

901 S Duke StDurham, NC 27707
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2211 Morehead Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

2211 Morehead Ave

2211 Morehead AveDurham, NC 27707
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Forest Hills, Durham, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Forest Hills Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Forest Hills area of Durham, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at 2006 House Ave priced from $975. Viceroy Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,099. Here are the most affordable Forest Hills apartments for rent in Durham, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
2006 House AveThe Davis1BR,1BA$975
Viceroy ApartmentsVR 2x12BR,1BA$1,099
Roxboro QuadsRoxboro Quads - 2 BR2BR,1BA$1,145
Jersey1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,165
Willow Bend ApartmentsWB 2x12BR,1BA$1,175

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest Hills, NC

As of June 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Forest Hills area is the $1.63 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Townhouse Model at The Lofts at Southside Apartments in the in the Plum Street neighborhood starting from $1,735. The second greatest value Forest Hills apartment is the Old Bull 2x1 Model at American Tobacco Apartments (Old Bull/Noell) starting at $1,950 with a $2.27 price per square foot in the Fayetteville Street Corridor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Forest Hills apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Lofts at Southside Apartments2 Bedroom Townhouse2BR,1BA$1.63
American Tobacco Apartments (Old Bull/Noell)Old Bull 2x12BR,1BA$2.27
Viceroy ApartmentsVR 2x12BR,1BA$1.31
Willow Bend ApartmentsWB 2x12BR,1BA$1.45
Vetra Forest Hills - Lexington StreetB12BR,1BA$1.71
Roxboro QuadsRoxboro Quads - 2 BR2BR,1BA$1.53
901 South901 South - 1bed1BR,1BA$1.65
2211 Pike Street, Unit B2211 Pike Street2BR,1BA$2.16
Jersey1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.03
2006 House AveThe Davis1BR,1BA$1.77

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Forest Hills, Durham, NC

Ranked #59

Among cities in North Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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2.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Forest Hills Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Forest Hills?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Forest Hills is at The Ramsey listed at $1,300.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Forest Hills Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Forest Hills Apartment is $975 at 2006 House Ave.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Forest Hills Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Forest Hills is starting from $1,099 at Viceroy Apartments.

What is the most affordable Forest Hills Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Forest Hills Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Willow Bend Apartments and starts from $1,450.

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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Your Guide to the Top 10 Affordable Neighborhoods to Rent in Durham, NC

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I'm Billy, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Durham, North Carolina. And if you’re considering settling down in Durham, you’re in luck.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.