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Forest Hills, Durham, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Forest Hills?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Forest Hills 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,318 | $995 | $1,595 |
Forest Hills 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,246 | $1,595 | $3,000 |
Forest Hills 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,248 | $2,995 | $3,550 |
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There are currently 11 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Forest Hills Neighborhood of Durham, NC.
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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 901 South priced from $999. Icon Downtown Durham has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,000. Here are the most affordable Forest Hills apartments for rent in Durham, NC:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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901 South | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
Icon Downtown Durham | A1 Studio C Standard -Call for Availability | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
West Village | S1B-2 | Studio,1BA | $1,162 |
Viceroy Apartments | VR 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,225 |
501 Towns | 21LR | 2BR,1BA | $1,245 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest Hills, NC
As of June 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Forest Hills area is the $1.33 price per square foot Yorktown Model at Colonial Townhouses- Students save up to 10%! in the in the Downtown Durham neighborhood starting from $1,435. The second greatest value Forest Hills apartment is the Hill Model at Cortland Bull City starting at $2,143 with a $2.00 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Colonial Townhouses- Students save up to 10%! | Yorktown | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.33 |
Cortland Bull City | Hill | 2BR,2BA | $2.00 |
American Tobacco Apartments (Old Bull/Noell) | Old Bull 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.84 |
The Lofts at Southside Apartments | 2 Bedroom Townhouse | 2BR,1BA | $1.73 |
Viceroy Apartments | VR 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.46 |
Willow Bend Apartments | WB 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.71 |
901 South | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
501 Towns | 21LR | 2BR,1BA | $1.62 |
Roxboro Quads | Two Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.70 |
West Village | A1A-1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Forest Hills
What type of rentals are currently available in Forest Hills?
There are currently 88 Apartments for Rent in Forest Hills, NC with pricing that ranges from $675 to $7,203. There are also 30 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Forest Hills ranging from $475 to $3,550.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Forest Hills?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Forest Hills ranges from $475 to $3,550 with an average monthly rent of $1,812.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Forest Hills?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Forest Hills range from $1,540 to $7,203, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,595 to $3,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,995 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,611.
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