Cheap Homes for Rent in Forest Hills Neighborhood of Durham, NC from $800 (11 Rentals)
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1030 Cornell St

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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 | $1,531 | $875 | $2,600 |
Forest Hills 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,875 | $1,450 | $2,200 |
Forest Hills 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,322 | $1,650 | $2,995 |
Forest Hills 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,149 | $2,149 | $2,149 |
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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. Viceroy Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,175. 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 |
Viceroy Apartments | VR 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,175 |
The Lofts at Southside Apartments | 1 Bedroom Loft | 1BR,1BA | $1,255 |
Roxboro Quads | Two Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1,275 |
Willow Bend Apartments | WB 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,282 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest Hills, NC
As of July 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Forest Hills area is the $1.07 price per square foot 21.5TH Model at 501 Towns in the in the Fayetteville Street Corridor neighborhood starting from $1,287. 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 $1.84 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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501 Towns | 21.5TH | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.07 |
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 |
Venable Durham Apartments | Walker | 2BR,2BA | $2.29 |
Viceroy Apartments | VR 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
Willow Bend Apartments | WB 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.58 |
901 South | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
Roxboro Quads | Two Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.70 |
Lantower Bullhouse | A1.6 | 1BR,1BA | $2.23 |
Cortland Bull City | Duke | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Forest Hills
What type of rentals are currently available in Forest Hills?
There are currently 77 Apartments for Rent in Forest Hills, NC with pricing that ranges from $750 to $6,957. There are also 31 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Forest Hills ranging from $875 to $2,995.
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 $875 to $2,995 with an average monthly rent of $1,855.
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 $6,957, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,450 to $2,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,650 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,740.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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